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Rangers captain J.T. Miller cited among NHL's worst contracts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:45 AM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Rangers captain J.T. Miller cited among NHL's worst contracts

Summary

The New York Rangers are facing scrutiny as captain J.T. Miller has been ranked as the seventh worst contract in the NHL. Following a disappointing season where the Rangers placed last in the Metropolitan Division, Miller's performance has raised concerns. He scored 17 goals and recorded 36 assists in 68 games during his first season back with the team after rejoining from the Vancouver Canucks. With his seven-year, $56 million contract, expectations for Miller to perform at a high level increase, especially at age 33. He acknowledged fan frustrations regarding the team’s lack of success during the last season.

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By the Numbers

•Rangers finished last in the Metropolitan Division this season.
•Miller has a seven-year, $56 million contract with a $8 million cap hit.
•He scored 17 goals and 36 assists in 68 games last season.
•Miller faces pressure to lead despite declining performance.
•Rangers struggled at home, suffering six shutout losses.

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2:45 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers Given Concerning Update On Captain J.T. Miller

What they're saying

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It wasn’t a good season for the New York Rangers, who finished dead last in the Metropolitan Division standings and didn’t come close to achieving a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Not only that, but they were the worst club in the NHL on home ice, suffering an astounding six shutout losses in front of […] The post Rangers Given Concerning Update On Captain J.T. Miller appeared first on HEAVY.
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