J.T. Miller's Rangers Struggles: Time for a Break?

On March 22nd, J.T. Miller's time as New York Rangers captain has taken a sharp turn.

Just months after being named the 29th captain and team history last September, the 33-year-old

center is struggling through a tough, 2025, 20-26 season.

In 55 games he's managed only 39 points, a big drop from his point-per-game pace the

year before.

Injuries have plagued him from the start, starting with a leg issue right before the

season, and more recently an upper body problem that sidelined him for five games.

Since returning in mid-March, his expected goals, share, and recent outings has been all

over the place, often dragging the team down despite the solid.

Season average above 51%.

Fans and analysts are frustrated as the Rangers chase a lost season with no playoffs in

sight.

Miller's play has become a liability, hurting the team's chances while he's locked into

a four-year deal at $8 million per season on.

Average.

Team Insider suggests it's time to shut Miller down for the rest of the year to protect

his health and open up minutes for young talents like Alexis, La Frenière and Gay Paroay,

who are thriving.

They could even call up prospects such as Adam Sakura or Bryce McConnell Barker to test

the future core.

Looking ahead, a healthy offseason should set Miller up for a bounce back next year, aiming

for 50 to 60 points with his versatility on faceoffs, and special teams.

That positions him as a key asset, whether he stays or gets traded later.

That wraps in H.O. News today, brought to you with AI.

I'm Corey with The Story.