Mikko Rantanen named NHL's second star of the week after strong performance

Mikko Rantanen of the Colorado Avalanche was named the NHL's second star of the week for the period ending November 24. He scored seven points in three games, contributing to the Avalanche's perfect 3-0 record. Rantanen began the week with two assists in a 3-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers. He then scored the tying goal in a 2-1 comeback victory against the Washington Capitals and finished with four points in a 7-4 win over the Florida Panthers. Rantanen ranks fourth in the league with 32 points, trailing teammate Nathan MacKinnon. He is tied for third in game-winning goals and fourth in total goals scored this season.