The Colorado Avalanche has traded Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes, according to multiple reports.
Once official, this will be one of the most stunning transactions in franchise history. Martin Necas and Jack Drury are coming to Colorado as part of the deal, which is a three-way trade involving the Chicago Blackhawks, Carolina and Colorado, according to reports. Taylor Hall was a late healthy scratch for the Blackhawks and is also reportedly going to Carolina.
Necas, 26, is having a breakout season for the Hurricanes. A 6-foot-3 wing, Necas has 16 goals and 55 points in 49 games.