Dallas fans are witnessing something extraordinary this Stanley Cup Playoffs, as Mikko Rantanen rewrites the NHL history books. The Finnish forward became only the third player in league history to record back-to-back hat tricks in playoff games, joining legends Doug Bentley (1944) and Jari Kurri (1985).
Mikko Rantanen’s record-breaking streak powers Stars’ playoff momentum
Rantanen’s scoring explosion began with a third-period hat trick in Game 7 against his former team, the Colorado Avalanche, securing Dallas’ advance. Just days later, he followed up with another three-goal performance in the second period of Game 1 against the Winnipeg Jets.
His performance marks the first time in NHL history that a player has notched multiple three-goal periods in a single postseason.
A historic run that can lead to a championship
Rantanen’s impact isn’t just statistical—it’s game-changing. Over the past four matchups, he has scored or assisted on every single Dallas goal. That’s a 12-goal involvement streak, setting a new all-time record for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
With eight goals and 14 total points in his last four appearances, Rantanen’s dominance has reshaped Dallas’ postseason trajectory. For Dallas, his arrival mid-season from Carolina, following a trade from Colorado, couldn’t have been better timed. Initially quiet in the first playoff games, Rantanen now leads a surge that has energized fans across Texas.
What comes next for Dallas and Mikko Rantanen?
Dallas will return to home ice on Sunday with momentum and history on its side. Now, as Game 2 approaches, the Stars will be looking to close out the series and advance deeper into the playoffs.
If Rantanen continues his current pace, he may not just break more records—he could power Dallas toward their second-ever Stanley Cup title.
Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan or new to the sport, it’s impossible to ignore the rising star power of Mikko Rantanen in Dallas. His playoff brilliance is putting the city on the NHL map and giving fans something rare: genuine championship hope.