Mikko Rantenen is saying goodbye to Carolina after just over a month with the team. | Photo by Josh Lavallee / Carolina Hurricanes
After his stunning trade to the Carolina Hurricanes in late January, Mikko Rantanen has been traded again, this time to the Dallas Stars for a $12 million salary. Rantanen was traded in the final hours before the NHL trade deadline on Friday, March 7.
Sources say Rantanen declined an extension deal with Carolina + expected to be with his former team, the Colorado Avalanche, for his entire career. Rantanen is expected to sign a max-term eight-year extension with the Stars.
On the other side of the deal, Carolina gained forward Logan Stankoven and 2026 + 2027 first-round and third-round draft picks. In his second year in the league, Stankoven has notched 29 points over 59 games with the Stars.
Take a peek at what could be next for the Lenovo Center.
Rendering provided by the Lenovo Center
In more Canes news, earlier this week, the Lenovo Center unveiled new renderings for its upcoming renovation, including new arena-level bunker suites, the Lenovo Legend Club, and a 300-level view bar.
Sound Bath & Meditation | 6-8 p.m. | Willow House | $32 | Explore the power of sound at this meditation event led by instructor Lisa Dumas.
Cake Decorating: Basic Fundamentals | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Wyntons World Cooking School, Cary | $70 | Learn professional decorating techniques like creating borders, flowers, writing styles + more at this hands-on workshop.
Tuesday, March 11
Woman Evolve: In Real Life | 7 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts | $49+ | Attend an experience led by author + pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts tailor-made for women to come together and bond.
Tuesday Night Trivia | 7:30 p.m. | Morgan Street Food Hall | Price of purchase | Grab a bite from one of your favorite food hall vendors and participate in surprise trivia.
Sushi Workshop Fortnight Brewing Company | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Fortnight Brewing Company, Cary | $70+ | Master the art of sushi rolling through this interactive class covering techniques + tips like preparation and tools.
Thursday, March 13
Carolina Ballet presents Alice in Wonderland | Thursday, March 13-Wednesday, April 30 | Times vary | Fletcher Opera Theater | Join Alice, the Mad Hatter + the Queen of Hearts to twirl through Wonderland as this classic tale takes the stage in Raleigh.*
42nd Street Oyster Bar will close its doors at the end of March after nearly 100 years in Raleigh. Opening in 1931 as a grocery store, the West Jones Street eatery grew into a local icon with fresh shucks and other seafood. (Raleigh Magazine)
Sports
NC State women’s basketball fell to the Duke Blue Devils in the championship of the ACC Tournament, 76-62. NC State is still predicted to score a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament. (ESPN)
Announced
In more Wolfpack news, NC State has fired men’s basketball head coach Kevin Keatts. The Pack ended the season with a loss to Miami — the ACC’s lowest ranked team — and a record of 12-19.
Award
The NC Courage will honor Jessica McDonald as the second member of the Courage Ring of Honor. McDonald will be honored at the Courage’s home opener on Saturday, March 22 and led the team to two championships with 24 goals from 2017 to 2021.
Trending
One of this year’s hottest shows has a Raleighite in the cast — Cary’s Sarah Bock plays Ms. Huang in the Apple TV+ show “Severance.” Bock is an alum of North Carolina Theatre and played the titular role in “Annie” in 2019. But please, try to enjoy each cast member equally.
Mansion Monday
We’re obsessed with this mid century modern masterpiece out in Chapel Hill. Although its not quite a mansion, the 4 bed, 3 bath home is a competitor for NC’s highest honor for modernist architecture with soaring windows and luxury details. It can be yours for $1.7 million.
Coming Soon
Last week we shared that The Architect will close its doors, and a new icon is taking its place. The Merchant, which is owned by the same folks as The Architect, will move into the space on Hargett Street, and its current spot on Salisbury Street will be vacant. (Triangle Business Journal)
Pets
Durham Bulls bat dog and local pup icon Ripken died at the beginning of this year, and his brother Champ will take his spot at DBAP this season. Champ’s first game will be Saturday, April 5. Champ’s got big paws to fill, but we can’t wait to see him in Bull City.
Ranked
Raleigh’s Angus Barn ranked among the South’s top bucket list restaurants for its perfectly grilled steaks, over-the-top holiday decor, and its tasty chocolate chess pie. (The News & Observer)
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🍻 Ale yeah!
Brewgaloo is April 25 + 26. | Photo by RALtoday
Good times are about to flow through downtown Raleigh — over 100 brewers will converge in Raleigh for Brewgaloo on April 25 + 26, and tickets are on sale now.
Brewgaloo is NC’s largest craft beer festival and the second largest craft beer festival in the country. Expect tastings for beers, ciders, sours, and more from 110 brewers alongside 60,000 attendees.
If you peek at the brewery list, you might recognize local faves like Crank Arm, R&D, and Trophy, but this fest attracts brewers from across the state, including Hi-Wire Brewing and Ginger’s Revenge from Asheville and KoMANA and Brutopia from Wilmington. With tons of NC brews, consider this a Tar Heel State tour without leaving Raleigh.
Brewgaloo’s main event on Saturday, April 26 is free to the public, but if you’re a real zythophile — read: beer lover — Friday, April 25’s ticketed kick-off party is the way to go. The perks? Unlimited 3 ounce pours and featured brews that won’t be available Saturday. Plus, purchase drink tickets for Saturday in advance online.
Both brew-tiful days will feature plenty of live music, local food trucks, and enough beer to fill Fayetteville Street.
The Buy
The Buy
A pair of posh kitten heels. They feature textured suede fabric, a chic pointed toe silhouette, and an adjustable ankle strap for added stability.
In case you hadn’t heard, Raleigh’s a hockey town. | Photo by RALtoday
The highlight of my weekend was seeing the Ottawa Charge and Minnesota Frost at the Lenovo Center where the Frost dominated 5-0. Did you know? All PWHL games stream for free on the league’s YouTube channel.
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