Mikko Rantanen scored his first goal with Carolina, helping the Hurricanes beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 on Thursday night.

The Chicago Blackhawks lost 3-2 against the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. If you feel like vomiting, you're going to be shocked when I tell you it's not because of the Blackhawks.

The Finnish winger, obtained in mega trade with the Colorado Avalanche, earned his first goal as a Hurricane, while fellow newcomer Taylor Hall was a late scratch with an illness.

It’ll be hard to assess the impact of the Carolina Hurricanes’ acquisition of Mikko Rantanen for months, but a goal in his Lenovo Center debut doesn’t hurt.

Mikko Rantanen is just beginning his time with the Carolina Hurricanes and has shared his feelings after scoring his first NHL goal with his new team in a win over the Chicago Blackhawks.

Saturday night's game between the host Carolina Hurricanes and the Los Angeles Kings in Raleigh, N.C., features two teams ...

Carolina is hoping Rantanen’s goal in his home debut with the Hurricanes is the first of many in his new jersey.

The newest Hurricanes forward Mikko Rantanen spoke glowingly about his new home after his trade from the Avalanche.

Plus the Panthers’ declining rush game, extreme special teams in Vegas and a couple of goalies who are deserving of some recognition.

Blake notched an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Blackhawks.

Roslovic notched an assist in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Blackhawks.

The Capitals are holding on to the No. 1 spot despite an average week but it's getting crowded at the top of the rankings.