The Stars could celebrate the blockbuster NHL trade deadline deal that netted Dallas Miko Rantanen from the Hurricanes – but the celebration won't last for long if the player they're acquiring is the Carolina version of the 28-year-old.

Unlike with his trade to Carolina, Rantanen was involved in the decision of him going to Dallas and signing an 8-year, $96 million contract.

The 28-year-old was acquired in exchange for forward Logan Stankoven, a 2026 first-round pick, a 2026 third-round pick, a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 first-round pick