J.T. Miller is an American NHL forward playing for the New York Rangers, as of February 2025. He was drafted 15th overall by the New York Rangers in the 2011 NHL entry draft and made his NHL debut with the Rangers in 2012. After developing in the AHL, he became a regular in the NHL. In 2018, he was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning, where he played in the playoffs and signed a five-year deal.
In 2019, Miller was traded to the Vancouver Canucks, where he had career-best seasons. He led the team in scoring, earned a contract extension, and made his first NHL All-Star appearance in 2024. In early 2025, he was traded back to the Rangers due to reported team conflicts with Vancouver teammate Elias Pettersson.
How many teams has J.T. Miller played for?
J.T. Miller has played for four NHL teams, as of February 2025, according to the official website of the NHL. He has played for the New York Rangers, the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Vancouver Canucks, and the New York Rangers (returning in 2025).
New York Rangers (2013-2018)
J.T. Miller was drafted 15th overall by the New York Rangers in the 2011 NHL entry draft, according to the official website of the NHL. He played his first NHL game in 2013 and spent six seasons with the Rangers. He spent the initial years of his career splitting time in the NHL and AHL. By 2015, he scored more goals and points in the Rangers' playoff runs. In 2018, he was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Tampa Bay Lightning (2018-2019)
Miller was traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning on February 26, 2018, according to the official website of the NHL. He signed a five-year contract extension with the Tampa Bay Lightning but only played one full season before being traded again.
Vancouver Canucks (2019-2025)
Miller was traded to the Vancouver Canucks on June 22, 2019, according to the official website of the NHL. He became a key player for the team, recording career-highs in points and becoming an All-Star in 2024. He signed a seven-year, $56 million contract extension in 2022.
Return to New York Rangers (2025-Present)
On January 31, 2025, Miller was traded back to the Rangers by the Canucks in a deal involving Erik Brannstrom, Jackson Dorrington, Filip Chytil, Victor Mancini, and a 2025 first-round pick, according to the official website of the NHL.
FAQs On J.T. Miller
A. J.T. Miller has three hat tricks in his career as of February 2025.
A. J.T. Miller joined the Tampa Bay Lightning in February 2018.
A. J.T. Miller plays as a forward.
A. J.T. Miller has played for the New York Rangers, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Vancouver Canucks.
A. J.T. Miller has represented the United States in international competitions.
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