In a significant NHL trade, the Vancouver Canucks have sent forward J.T. Miller, defenseman Erik Brannstrom, and prospect Jackson Dorrington to the New York Rangers. In return, the Canucks receive center Filip Chytil, defenseman Victor Mancini, and a conditional first-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.
Trade Details:
- To New York Rangers:
- J.T. Miller (Forward)
- Erik Brannstrom (Defenseman)
- Jackson Dorrington (Prospect Defenseman)
- To Vancouver Canucks:
- Filip Chytil (Center)
- Victor Mancini (Defenseman)
- Conditional 2025 first-round draft pick (top-13 protected; if within top 13, it transfers to 2026)
J.T. Miller’s Profile:
Miller, 31, has accumulated 35 points (9 goals, 26 assists) over 40 games this season. He is in the third year of a seven-year, $56 million contract ($8 million average annual value) he signed with Vancouver on September 2, 2022.
Impact on the Rangers:
This trade marks Miller’s return to the Rangers, the team that drafted him 15th overall in 2011. His addition aims to bolster the Rangers’ offense as they strive to secure a playoff spot, currently trailing by five points in the wild-card race.
Canucks’ Perspective:
By acquiring Chytil, 25, who has 18 points in 37 games this season, the Canucks address their need for depth at the center position. Mancini and the conditional draft pick further support Vancouver’s rebuilding efforts.
This trade reflects both teams’ strategic moves to strengthen their rosters for the remainder of the season and beyond.
