Mikko Rantanen is a Finnish ice hockey forward, playing for the Dallas Stars of the NHL. He was selected by the Colorado Avalanche (10th overall) in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft and made his NHL debut that same year. Before the NHL, Mikko played in the Finnish SM-liiga with HC TPS as a forward, making his debut during the 2012-2013 season, where he scored three points with two goals and one assist in 15 games.
He concluded his Finnish SM-Liiga career in 2015 and was eligible for the NHL draft. Rantanen was considered the top European skater before the NHL draft. He was selected by the Colorado Avalanche on July 13, 2015, and signed a three-year entry-level contract with them. He made his NHL debut on October 8, 2015. After spending almost 10 years with the Avalanche, he signed an eight-year contract with the Stars.
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Mikko Rantanen’s Career Earnings
Mikko Rantanen has accumulated career earnings totaling approximately $57.54 million since entering the NHL, according to Spotrac. His career earnings will reach approximately $153.5 million after his eight-year $96 million contract in 2032-2033.
| Year | Cash Cumulative |
| 2015 | $195,448 |
| 2016 | $1,120,448 |
| 2017 | $2,045,448 |
| 2019 | $14,045,448 |
| 2020 | $26,045,448 |
| 2021 | $36,045,448 |
| 2022 | $42,045,448 |
| 2023 | $51,545,448 |
| 2024 | $57,545,448 |
| Total | $57,545,448 |
Mikko Rantanen's Contract
On March 7, 2025, Mikko Rantanen’s eight-year, $96 million contract extension with the Dallas Stars will begin. It covers the years 2025 to 2032, with an average annual salary of $12 million and fully guaranteed money. He will become an unrestricted free agent in 2033, according to Spotrac.
Mikko Rantanen’s Contract Breakdown
| Season | Age | Cap Hit | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Total Salary | NMC |
| 2025-26 | 29 | $12,000,000 | $9,400,000 | $5,600,000 | $15,000,000 | Yes |
| 2026-27 | 30 | $12,000,000 | $5,650,000 | $5,600,000 | $11,250,000 | Yes |
| 2027-28 | 31 | $12,000,000 | $8,550,000 | $5,200,000 | $13,750,000 | Yes |
| 2028-29 | 32 | $12,000,000 | $8,800,000 | $5,200,000 | $14,000,000 | Yes |
| 2029-30 | 33 | $12,000,000 | $6,600,000 | $4,400,000 | $11,000,000 | Yes |
| 2030-31 | 34 | $12,000,000 | $6,600,000 | $4,400,000 | $11,000,000 | Yes |
| 2031-32 | 35 | $12,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $4,000,000 | $10,000,000 | Yes |
| 2032-33 | 36 | $12,000,000 | $6,000,000 | $4,000,000 | $10,000,000 | Yes |
Mikko Rantanen Salary: How much is Mikko Rantanen getting paid?
Mikko Rantanen's eight-year contract with the Stars offers him an average annual salary of $12 million. In 2025-26, Rantanen will earn a total salary of $15,000,000, which includes:
- Base Salary: $9,400,000
- Signing Bonus: $5,600,000
- Cap Hit: $12,000,000
What are the terms of Mikko Rantanen's contract?
- Team: Dallas Stars
- Signed On: March 7, 2025
- Signed By: Agent Andy Scott (Octagon)
- Length: 8 years- $96 million
- Start Date: 2025–26 NHL season
- End Date: 2032–33 NHL season
- Expiry Status: Unrestricted Free Agent in 2033 (at age 36)
- Contract Note- Full No-movement clause
How much of Mikko Rantanen’s contract is guaranteed?
Mikko Rantanen’s contract is worth $96 million with a cap hit of $12 million for eight years. The full cost of his contract is fully guaranteed, as per Spotrac.
Mikko Rantanen’s Contract History
Mikko Rantanen has signed three NHL contracts throughout his career, as per Spotrac. Here's a simple breakdown of each contract and a table summarizing his full contract history:
| Contract Period | Team | Term | Total Value | AAV | Free Agent Year | Clauses |
| 2015–2018 | Colorado Avalanche | 3 years | $4,975,000 | $1,658,333 | 2019 (RFA) | - |
| 2019–2025 | Colorado Avalanche | 6 years | $55,500,000 | $9,250,000 | 2025 (UFA) | 9-team NTC (2023–25) |
| 2025–2033 | Dallas Stars | 8 years | $96,000,000 | $12,000,000 | 2033 (UFA) | Full NMC |
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FAQs on Mikko Rantanen
A. Mikko Rantanen's cap hit is around $12 million.
A. Mikko Rantanen was drafted 10th overall in the 2015 NHL Draft by the Colorado Avalanche.
A. The Dallas Stars traded Logan Stankoven in exchange for Mikko Rantanen.
A. Mikko Rantanen's new contract with the Dallas Stars is worth $96 million for eight-years.
A. Mikko Rantanen participated in the NHL All-Star Game in 2019 and 2023.
