Sampo
Ranta
L · COL
- WAR
- -0.1
- PTS
- 0
2022-23№ 472 / 617
Sampo Ranta (Colorado Avalanche) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.
Sampo Ranta
HEIGHT : 188 cm · WEIGHT : 88 kg · SHOOTS : L
Born : May 30, 2000 · Naantali, Finland
Drafted : 2018 · COL · round 3, pick #78
NHL record
| Year | Team | GP | G | A | PTS | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | Colorado Avalanche | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021-22 | Colorado Avalanche | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| NHL totals | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | G | A | PTS | PIM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-21 | Colorado Avalanche | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Playoff totals | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Sampo Ranta: our analysis
2022-23 season: 6 GP, 0 G, 0 A, 0 PTS, 0 +/-, 7:21 TOI. WAR -0.1 (472nd of 617).
In 2022-23, Sampo Ranta, 26, his WAR of -0.1 ranks 472nd among 617 regulars, in the bottom quarter.
Breaking down his WAR (goals above average), no component is positive; the costliest: finishing (-0.5).
Sampo Ranta's story
Born 31 May 2000, Sampo Ranta progressed from Finnish roots to the North American development path that led him to NCAA hockey. He moved to the University of Minnesota to play for the Golden Gophers while continuing his education and on-ice development.
Ranta debuted with Minnesota in 2018–19 and grew into a key contributor over three seasons. His junior year, 2020–21, stood out: he scored 19 goals and added 12 assists in 31 games, performances that earned him spots on the All-Big Ten First Team and as an AHCA First Team All-American. He finished his college tenure with totals of 37 goals and 30 assists across 102 contests.
On 3 April 2021 Ranta signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Colorado Avalanche. He began his professional play with the AHL’s Colorado Eagles on 10 April 2021 and netted his first pro goal in his second game on 14 April. In 14 AHL games that season he recorded four goals and three assists. Colorado called him up during the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs, and he made his NHL debut in Game 1 of the Avalanche’s second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights.
When his entry-level deal concluded and he faced restricted free agency, Ranta opted to return to Sweden. He signed a two-year contract with MoDo Hockey on 25 May 2023. After MoDo were relegated and his contract expired, he remained in the SHL by agreeing to a two-year deal with Örebro HK on 9 April 2025.
Internationally, Ranta represented Finland at the 2018 IIHF U18 World Championship, scoring one goal and one assist in seven games and winning the gold medal, and he also played at the 2020 World Junior Championship. His college numbers and early pro experience highlight his ability to contribute offensively, particularly in goal scoring.
Facts drawn from Wikipédia, told in our own words.
Advanced stats
- TOI/GP
- 7:21
- PP TOI/GP
- 0:00
- SH TOI/GP
- 0:00
- Pts/GP
- 0.00
- EV points
- 0
- Hits
- 10
- Blocks
- 3
- Takeaways
- 0
- Corsi % (SAT)
- 45.2 %
- Off. zone starts
- 15.8 %
- Faceoffs
- 0.0 %
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WAR and PAL ratings, 2022-23
How we rate →PAL Rating scores performance from 0 to 100 against players at the same position (50 = average player), starting from the player's strength, offensive or defensive. Value Rating compares that performance with what the player costs: 50 means paid what the play is worth.
WAR, 2022-23
How it's calculated →Wins added to the team, compared with a replacement-level player called up from the AHL.
-0.1
wins above replacement
-0.3 to -0.0 — 90% interval
472 of 617 forwards
-0.7 goals above replacement
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- EV offense
- +0.0
- EV defense
- -0.0
- Power play
- 0.0
- Penalty kill
- 0.0
- Shooting
- -0.5
- Penalties
- -0.3
- Average → replacement
- +0.1
In goals.
Player tracking (NHL EDGE)
League EDGE leaderboards →Speed, shot power, distance covered, time by zone: measured by chips in the puck and shoulder pads. 90th percentile = better than 90% of players.
- Hardest shot
- 132.1 km/h25th percentileleague avg. 136.6 km/h
- Top skating speed
- 34.9 km/h30th percentileleague avg. 35.5 km/h
- Bursts over 20 mph, season
- 512th percentileleague avg. 70
- Offensive zone time
- 38.7 %13th percentileleague avg. 42.4 %
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- Total distance, season
- 12.0 km12th percentileleague avg. 196.0 km
- Distance, single-game high
- 3.30 km12th percentileleague avg. 4.71 km
- Offensive zone at 5v5
- 38.7 %11th percentileleague avg. 41.3 %
- Neutral zone time
- 18.7 %93rd percentileleague avg. 17.8 %
- Defensive zone time
- 42.6 %22nd percentileleague avg. 39.8 %
Shooting
| Shots on goal | Goals | Shooting % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 512th percentile | 00th percentile | 0.0 %0th percentile |
| High danger | 212th percentile | 00th percentile | 0.0 %0th percentile |
| Mid range | 213th percentile | 00th percentile | 0.0 %0th percentile |
| Long range | 00th percentile | 00th percentile | 0.0 %0th percentile |
Shots on goal by zone
2022-2023 regular season. Measured by puck and player tracking chips; the percentile ranks the player within the league.
Last 5 games
| Date | Opponent | G | A | PTS | +/- | TOI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2023 | vs OTT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8:02 |
| December 7, 2022 | vs BOS | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11:50 |
| November 26, 2022 | vs DAL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7:06 |
| November 14, 2022 | vs STL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5:21 |
| November 12, 2022 | vs CAR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6:08 |
Sampo Ranta: frequently asked questions
How many goals does Sampo Ranta have in 2022-23?
Sampo Ranta has 0 goals and 0 points (0 assists) in 6 games in 2022-23.
How old is Sampo Ranta?
Sampo Ranta is 26 years old: he was born on May 31, 2000.
How tall is Sampo Ranta, and how much does he weigh?
Sampo Ranta is 6'2" (188 cm) and weighs 194 lb (88 kg).
Where is Sampo Ranta from?
Finland: Sampo Ranta was born in Naantali, Finland.
What team does Sampo Ranta play for?
Sampo Ranta plays for the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL, at L, wearing number 75.
Is Sampo Ranta injured?
No: Sampo Ranta is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.
How good is Sampo Ranta?
Sampo Ranta produced -0.1 wins above replacement (WAR) in 2022-23, 472nd of 617 players at his position in the NHL.
Is Sampo Ranta a top-10 player at his position?
No: by WAR, he ranks 472nd of 617 players at his position in the NHL in 2022-23. Our comparison tool puts him side by side with any other player.
What are Sampo Ranta's career stats?
Over his NHL career, Sampo Ranta has 16 games, 0 goals, 0 assists and 0 points. His best season: 2022-23, with 0 points in 6 games.
Where was Sampo Ranta drafted?
Sampo Ranta was drafted 78th overall (round 3) by Colorado Avalanche in 2018.
How does Sampo Ranta perform in the playoffs?
In the playoffs, Sampo Ranta has 2 games and 0 points in his career. His pace (0.00 points per game) is similar to his regular-season pace (0.00).
What is Sampo Ranta's nationality?
Sampo Ranta is Finnish. Internationally: Finland — gold medal at the 2018 IIHF World U18 Championships; represented Finland at the 2020 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships.
What awards has Sampo Ranta won?
All-Big Ten First Team (2020–21 season) ; AHCA First Team All-American (2020–21 season).
How many championships has Sampo Ranta won?
1: Gold medal with Finland at the 2018 IIHF World U18 Championships.
Where did Sampo Ranta play before turning pro?
Minnesota Golden Gophers (college hockey) — began in 2018–19; junior season 2020–21; finished his collegiate career at Minnesota (through 2021).
See also: his Colorado Avalanche teammates
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