Could Columbus land the Ohio native?
Today on social media, a mind-boggling trade proposal involving the Columbus Blue Jackets started making the rounds.
The trade had the Blue Jackets acquiring Vancouver Canucks star forward J.T. Miller. However, it also had Columbus sending Ivan Provorov, Gavin Brindley, and a 2025 first-round pick in return.
Miller, 31, is an Ohio native, which could be one reason he might agree to waive his no-movement clause to play for Columbus. Another big factor would likely be the smaller media presence. Miller has played for big-market teams like the New York Rangers and the aforementioned Canucks, which appears to have made life a bit tougher on him. Columbus, with its lower media pressure, might be a destination he would consider.
So far this season, Miller has nine goals and 26 assists for 35 points in 40 games. However, last season, when there was less outside noise, he put up 103 points in 81 games.
As for his contract, he has six more years remaining at $8 million per season. His deal also includes a full no-movement clause, which transitions into a modified no-trade clause in 2027-28.
Could the Blue Jackets be a good fit for Miller?
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