As we’ve noted before, the Canucks and Devils both want J.T. Miller to sign a big extension before his contract expires on July 13. With that in mind, you should know that there are plenty of options for the Canucks at right wing. But what about the Devils?

J.T. Miller’s contract expires on July 13

There are many possible outcomes for Miller’s contract, which is set to expire on July 13. The Canucks could re-sign him for another five-year deal. Miller’s agent could re-negotiate his salary. They could also switch to a streaming service, re-up with Rogers Sportsnet 650, or opt to continue airing games on traditional radio.

While Miller’s current contract does not have a no-trade clause, he still has the ability to be traded at any time. He was one of the subject of trade rumors last season and has remained in the offseason rumor mill for the past few months. Miller is currently on his last season of a five-year deal with an average annual value of $5.25 million, and has no protection against being traded. But considering Miller’s strong play and recent success, he’s likely to be rewarded with a large sum for his next contract.

The new Vancouver Canucks management will be in Montreal for the NHL Entry Draft on July 1 and are likely to make a decision on the future of J.T. Miller. The new management is overseeing the first NHL Entry Draft under new ownership. The team’s goal is to acquire a first-round pick in the draft. But if Miller’s contract doesn’t get extended, they’ll look for a massive return in a trade.

If Miller is signed to a long-term deal with the Canucks, the team will have a better chance of keeping him. Miller moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 2009 and played in USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program.

Canucks want to re-sign him to a big extension

It would be surprising if Miller were to sign a contract worth $8 million a year. It would be more realistic to look at players who are in their prime and earning less than that. However, that doesn’t mean that the Canucks won’t do anything. There is a chance that the team could trade Miller to a higher-end team for a young, promising player.

The Canucks have received offers from a number of teams interested in signing the 29-year-old center. A recent report indicates that the New Jersey Devils and Carolina Hurricanes are two potential trade partners. However, the Canucks may opt to hold on to him for the time being.

A trade for Miller would create space for other players. Vancouver has two large contracts on its roster: Tyler Myers has two years left on a $6 million AAV, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson has five years left on a $7.26 million cap hit. If they can trade one of these players, the Canucks could open up enough cap space to sign Miller to a six-year deal.

It’s hard to say exactly why the Canucks want to re-sign Miller to a big extension. The Canucks’ GM Patrik Allvin did not sound very optimistic about Miller’s chances of landing a new contract. However, his agent did sound optimistic about the long-term fit in Vancouver and said that Miller hasn’t asked to leave yet.

The Miller rumours are not going to die down anytime soon. He is going to demand a big extension and it will be tough to get one. But Friedman also thinks that the Canucks could surprise the market by signing Myers or a 15th round pick.

Devils want to sign him to a long-term deal

Miller’s recent contract extension talks with the Devils haven’t been very productive. The team still has Dougie Hamilton and John Marino anchoring the top pair, but they would like to sign Miller to a long-term deal. It may be better for the Devils to trade Miller for a player they can build around long-term.

But the Devils can’t guarantee that Miller will commit to a long-term deal. He’s just entering his 30s, and it’s not a certainty that he’ll stay with the organization for the foreseeable future. Plus, the team can’t be sure he’ll stay healthy. If the Devils want to sign Miller, they’ll have to pay a good deal to get him.

A trade involving Miller and a non-compensating first-round pick can be beneficial to both sides. Moreover, a trade that benefits the Devils may improve their chances of reaching the playoffs. The Devils have been known to make late-season deals in the past. Last year, they traded away PK Subban and signed J.T. Miller. That trade cleared up $9-million from the Devils’ books.

The Devils aren’t pressured to sign Miller, but the team does have a long-term goal-scoring need. They’re not able to sign Gaudreau as a free agent, but they have other legitimate options. They can sign Miller to an extension, but that would be a massive change in the Devils’ overall strategy. They’d end up paying a much longer-term deal for Miller, and risk losing a highly-coveted draft pick in the process.

The Devils will probably look for a deal that allows them to keep Miller, who will be a free agent after the 2022-23 season. If they don’t make a deal, they’ll have to look elsewhere for a center. But that’s no good for the team.

Vancouver Canucks have right wing options

The Vancouver Canucks have a few options at right wing. Brock Boeser, Adam Gaudette, and Zack MacEwen are all viable options. While none are sure things, they’re all capable of playing top-line minutes in the NHL.

Gaudette has a high energy game. He’ll be able to compete along the boards and will add strength. He’s also a good playmaker. He can finish the puck well in the offensive zone. He could also become the Canucks’ second top-six right wing.

Weise, a free agent this summer, is another option. While he has been inconsistent on the left side, he’s a solid fourth-line option. Kassian, however, needs to take the next step offensively and become a consistent contributor. If he’s available, the Canucks should re-sign him.

Lazar is a right-handed shot and an excellent forechecker. He’s been out of position a lot and has made some miscues in the defensive zone. However, the Canucks like his stats, which show 11 shots and 20 shots attempted in four games.

Boston Bruins are interested

The Boston Bruins are a team in need of a center. While Ryan Miller set career highs for points and assists last season, the Bruins would likely be better off adding a power forward to their top-six. The Bruins have a surplus of young players and plenty of draft picks, which would make Miller a good fit for Boston.

The Bruins are interested in signing Miller, who could add more depth to their lineup. However, the Canucks will likely demand a haul in return for him. It would be a costly move to send Carlo to Vancouver, and Boston may want to focus on acquiring draft picks instead.

If the Bruins do move Miller, they would get more than just their first-round pick. The Bruins could also make a trade to bring in a player with more cap space. A trade to Vancouver would free up some cap space, which the team may be willing to give up in exchange for a top-six center.

The Boston Bruins have been sitting in the wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference for most of the season. But the team needs to add players in order to make a deep playoff run. They still lack a solid defence partner to pair with Charlie McAvoy. They may also be interested in signing Arizona Coyles blueliner Jakob Chychrun or Dallas Stars pending free agent John Klingberg.

While the Capitals are not looking to spend too much money for Miller, they do have cap room for future deals. They have six picks in the first two rounds of the 2022-23 Entry Draft. But they have a problem in the short-term.