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.

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.

K'Andre Miller was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes by the New York Rangers on Tuesday after signing an 8-year, $60 million contract. It has an average annual value of $7.5 million.