“A Little Bitch”: Mikko Rantanen exploded by avalanche fans after ending his race in the playoffs | NHL news

Mikko RantanenThe return to Colorado as an adversary in the playoffs could not have been more dramatic – or the division. In a high -level game 7 force event, the former avalanche star scored a hat trick and scored four points to lead Dallas stars To a return victory of 4-2, bringing out his former team from the Stanley Cup playoffs. While Rantanen delivered a clutch performance on the ice, the emotional consequences have left avalanche fans everything except forgiving.

The game 7 of Mikko Rantanen for Dallas leaves the fans of Colorado who marks him a “ traitor ''

The Finnish winger, formerly loved in Denver, was briefly treated in Carolina before landing in Dallas. His departure was controversial, triggered by contractual negotiations failed with the AV. Although Rantanen said he wanted to stay – “In the end, I have always wanted to stay in Colorado” – many fans think that his decision to leave has been motivated by financial ambition. “The cheap ass could have stayed in Denver on the same contract. Shower,” wrote a fan, stressing the growing resentment.
Despite the venom, Rantanen's performance was simply spectacular. After following 2-0 in the third, Dallas returned with Rantanen leading the charge. His heroic 7 of match 7 crowned a dominant series in which he recorded 12 points, including consecutive four -point matches in matches 6 and 7.
However, even his post-match comments recognizing his emotional link with his old team could not save good will. “These are my brothers. I still like each of them,” said Rantanen. “We were enemies in the ice series, but they are my dear friends out of the ice.” Another wrote: “Isn't this guy a little slut or do I have this evil?” But for many fans, the feeling sounded hollow.
The Colorado, which finished just behind Dallas in the classification of the central division, had not missed the second round since 2023. Now, their season interrupted by a familiar face, many wonder if the front office should have fought stronger to keep its former star. “Should have paid this man his money,” said a fan. Another added: “Should never exchange a player like this … now the Colorado will suffer.”
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While Rantanen advances with Dallas, his inheritance in Denver can be changed forever – a clutch performance and a bitter fans base at the same time.