The New York Rangers were reportedly close to completing a trade with the Vancouver Canucks for J.T. Miller, but the deal ultimately fell through. According to reports, players Filip Chytil, Ryan Lindgren, and a first-round draft pick were part of the potential trade discussions. The Athletic indicated that disagreements over the protection structure of the first-round pick hindered the deal.

Additionally, Alexis Lafrenière was mentioned in trade discussions, though some sources suggest that trading him might be a 'bridge too far' for the Rangers. The potential trade had reached a stage where Miller was reportedly set to be scratched from the lineup as discussions progressed.