Mikko Rantanen, a prominent player for the Dallas Stars, is facing a significant setback as he is expected to miss at least two weeks of action. This news comes from Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan, who shared the update with reporters on Tuesday. The announcement is particularly concerning as the team is set to resume play after the Olympic break, hosting the Seattle Kraken shortly after Rantanen's injury, which occurred during the semi-finals of the Olympic tournament against Canada.

Rantanen was unable to participate in the bronze medal game where Finland triumphed over Slovakia with a 6-1 victory. This injury adds to a season in which Rantanen has made a significant impact for the Stars, participating in 54 games and recording an impressive 20 goals and 49 assists. His performance at the Olympics was also noteworthy, as he contributed 2 goals and 4 assists over five games, ranking as Finland's fourth-highest scorer, following notable players like Joel Armia and Sebastian Aho.

In addition to Rantanen's injury, the article notes that defensemen Miro Heiskanen and Esa Lindell have returned to practice for the Stars. Meanwhile, Roope Hintz is currently suffering from an illness and is doubtful for the upcoming game. The situation highlights the challenges faced by the Dallas Stars as they navigate injuries and illnesses affecting key players as they aim for success in the remainder of the season.