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Elliotte Friedman discusses latest on J.T. Miller trade rumor, participation in 4 Nations Face-Off

Modified Dec 07, 2024 07:36 GMT

J.T. Miller has not played since Nov. 17. He has been taking time for personal reasons and has missed the last seven games. During that time, some teams have inquired about potentially trading for the star player, perhaps thinking a change of scenery might benefit Miller.

The New York Rangers (13-10-1) recently inquired about reacquiring Miller. However, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman doesn't believe a trade will happen, citing his 4 Nations Face-Off status as proof.

"I do not believe JT Miller has asked for a trade," Friedman said via Sportsnet. "It is a huge vote of confidence in his game that Team USA took him as planned even though he is on hiatus."

Friedman also added that, despite a "typically manic Vancouver Canucks season," the team is holding up reasonably well. Even with Miller's absence and a rash of injuries, the Canucks are 13-7-4 and in third place in their division. Friedman said a good reason is Pius Suter, who is taking on some of Miller’s minutes.

Team USA picks J.T. Miller despite Canucks absence

Despite J.T. Miller's weeks-long absence without an end date (Miller's leave is described as indefinite), Team USA wants him on their roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off.