Mikko Rantanen Records 52 Goals in Breakout Season, Joins Elite Company in Avalanche History

Mikko Rantanen became the first Finnish player since Teemu Selanne to score 50 goals in a season.
Rantanen is the first Avalanche player in over 15 years to score 50 goals and has already set career highs this season.
Rantanen scored a hat trick to bring his goal total to 52, leading the league in even-strength goals.
Rantanen has been taking more shots, logging more ice time, and filling in due to injuries as he looks to secure his first 100-point season.
Rantanen joined rare company as just the fifth Avalanche player ever to score 50 goals in a season.