JT Miller and the Canucks had a falling out, forcing his trade to the Rangers, which is where he started his career. Ahead of the MSG matchup, Miller spoke with Sportsnet’s Iain MacIntyre.

Feb 2, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center J.T. Miller (8) skates against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at Madison Square Garden.

Miller's rise garnered mass support by the Vancouver fan base, who chanted “J-T Mil-ler! J-T Mil-ler!” in the home opener on Oct. 9 when he completed a Gordie Howe hat trick.

The Vancouver Canucks will be bidding adieu to former teammate J.T. Miller for the first time in Saturday's matinee against the New York Rangers.