The New York Rangers’ acquisition of defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov necessitated a departure of equal magnitude. As has been expected for weeks, the Rangers are trading K’Andre Miller. It is a small twist of fate that he stays within the division, and to the team that arguably offers the Rangers the toughest competition.

In a move to bolster their blue line, the Carolina Hurricanes have made a move to acquire a top restricted free agent from the New York Rangers.

Carolina Hurricanes get: K’Andre Miller (who agreed to an eight-year, $60 million sign-and-trade) New York Rangers get: Conditional 2026 first-round pick (top-10 protected), 2026 second-round pick, D Scott Morrow James Mirtle: This is going to be a fascinating deal to watch over the next few years.