Here's why the New York Rangers should trade for J.T. Miller.

1. The faltering Canucks are desperate for a deal. Chris Drury can shake them down for a winning exchange.

2. The Rangers need a first-class center.

3. New York's missing piece is a loud, intense leader such as Miller.

4. The Rangers need a first-class center.

5. Other competitive teams such as Colorado and Carolina already are making significant deals thereby limiting Drury's options.

6. There's always the threat of a season-ending injury to Fiery Filip Chytil.

7. The Rangers still need a center!

8. Mika Zibanejad could continue his downward trend. OY VAY!

9. Alexis Lafrenière has become scarily erratic.

10. The Rangers still need a center.