Rumor Corner: negotiation pause between the Stars and Mikko Rantanen

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Mikko Rantanen, if he’s traded, may be heading to Dallas. If nothing changes, at least.

However, it’s essential to note that for now, nothing is done. Why? Because if there is a trade, it would require a long-term contract extension in hand.

You know, what the Hurricanes haven’t done?

In fact, because salary negotiations have been put on hold for the moment, it’s unclear what will happen with this situation.

Will a middle ground be found?

Since Rantanen seems open to signing with Dallas, we can think that the problem is the amount of money. Will he get the $14 million per year he wants?

And will someone eventually give him what he wants?

Ryan O’Reilly to New Jersey?

The Nashville Predators are not eager to trade Ryan O’Reilly at any cost. Really not, even, considering that we feel he’s part of the solution in Nashville.

But that doesn’t stop teams from calling… including the Devils.

O’Reilly is still under contract for two years. And since the Devils (who are involved in a lot of trade chatter) already needed help at center before losing Jack Hughes for the rest of the season, it’s not a surprising rumor.

To be continued, but he has a good chance of staying put.

Elias Pettersson’s File

To what extent are the Vancouver Canucks willing to trade Elias Pettersson by 3 pm? I expect him to stay, but it doesn’t change the fact that his name is still circulating.

Cam Robinson reports that the Canucks are listening to what other teams have to say about Pettersson.

In a nutshell

— To be continued with the CH.

— Daniel Brière will be busy today.

— He shouldn’t leave New York today.

— Let’s keep an eye on the Oilers for Brad Marchand. [BPM Sports]

— The Hawks won’t trade him cheaply.