Playing in his home country of Finland during the 2022 NHL Global Series, Mikko Rantanen thrilled the fans by scoring a hat trick. His first goal showcased his skill and patience as he maneuvered to the far side of the net, firing the puck from a sharp angle into the back of the goal. In the middle of the third period, with the score tied, Rantanen blasted a one-timer on the power play, giving the Avalanche a lead that would stand as the game-winner. He capped off the night by scoring an empty-netter for his third goal, part of a 55-goal campaign during the 2022-23 season, marking the first time in his career that he reached the 50-goal milestone.