DENVER (AP) — Colorado Avalanche forward Mikko Rantanen remains in concussion protocol and will miss their game against the Central Division-leading Dallas Stars.
It’s the first game Rantanen has missed since the 2021-22 season.
The 27-year-old Finnish forward has 40 goals and 62 assists this season.
His absence is a blow for the Avalanche, who trail the Stars by three points with five games remaining.
Rantanen left Friday’s loss in Edmonton after taking a hit from Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm along the boards.
Colorado coach Jared Bednar said Rantanen skated on his own Sunday.
He’s listed as day to day.
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