The New York Rangers have officially named J.T. Miller as the 29th captain in franchise history, a decision that underscores the team’s commitment to blending veteran leadership with emerging talent. Miller, 32, rejoined the Rangers last season after a mid-year trade from the Vancouver Canucks, immediately leaving his mark both on the scoresheet and in the locker room.
Miller brings a combination of veteran experience and fiery competitiveness, having recorded 35 points (13 goals, 22 assists) in just 32 games last season. His presence helped stabilize a top-six forward group during one of the most turbulent stretches for the Rangers in recent memory.
The captaincy had been vacant since Jacob Trouba was traded earlier this year, leaving the Rangers searching for a figure capable of settin