The New York Rangers have long been linked with former Blueshirt J.T. Miller, and they came close to reacquiring the player, according to Elliotte Friedman.

The Vancouver Canucks were on the verge of trading J.T. Miller to the New York Rangers on Saturday, only for the deal to fall apart in the final moments. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported during Sportsnet's "Saturday Headlines" segment that the trade discussions had progressed to the point where the Canucks planned to scratch Miller ahead of their game against the Edmonton Oilers.

Head coach Todd Golden has also stayed on the sideline after he was accused of sexual harassment in a Title IX complaint. Kansas City topped Houston 27-19 in a Week 16 regular-season meeting just before Christmas. The Huskies, who were down 35-28 at the half, scraped through the second half but fell short in yet another unranked upset.

J.T. Miller has addressed the trade rumors about him and his future with the Vancouver Canucks. After a tough 5-1 loss to the L.A. Kings, the speculation grew.

The Canucks have reportedly been trying to trade J.T. Miller for some time now as tensions continue to rise in the team's locker room.

It’s been an interesting season for J.T. Miller. From a leave of absence, to trade rumors, to on-ice struggles, Miller has been through a lot with the Vancouver Canucks. Rick Tocchet addressed Miller’s struggles and was blunt about how the veteran forward could be better.

The Vancouver Canucks lost to the Los Angeles Kings 5-1 on Thursday night. It is their 12th loss in their last 16 games, which has sent them tumbling out of the playoffs. The poor play on the ice has been overshadowed by locker-room drama involving Elias Pettersson and JT Miller.