K'Andre Miller trade rumors: Seattle Kraken emerge as surprise suitor in potential blockbuster deal
New York Rangers may trade K'Andre Miller (Imagn Images)
As the New York Rangers gear up for a crucial offseason, rumors are swirling around the future of one of their key defensive talents — K'Andre Miller. The 24-year-old defenseman has reportedly caught the attention of multiple teams, and the Seattle Kraken have emerged as a strong contender for his services.
With New York considering roster changes to remain competitive, Miller's name is at the center of a possible high-impact trade.
Could K'Andre Miller be the missing piece for Seattle?
K'Andre Miller, despite a modest 2024-25 season with seven goals and 20 assists, still holds significant value in the market. He ranked 50th out of 214 defensemen with at least 500 minutes of ice time, contributing 2.78 goals per 60 minutes. Though his production dipped, his size, skating ability, and offensive upside remain incredibly appealing — especially for a team like Seattle that needs to bolster its blue line.
Seattle Kraken have the cap space and motivation to make a bold move this summer
The Kraken ended their season with a disappointing 35-41-6 record and failed to secure a playoff spot for the third time in four years. Now, the franchise is reportedly ready to get aggressive and retool for contention. According to NHL analyst Adam Gretz of Bleacher Report, Seattle is a logical trade partner for the Rangers.
"They have some salary-cap flexibility; they have a need; and they have plenty of draft capital over the next few years.
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Miller could arrive in Seattle and immediately be one of its best all-around defensemen and bring some much-needed mobility and offensive upside," Gretz explained.
Seattle's ample draft assets and room under the salary cap put them in a position to swing a deal that could fast-track their rebuild. Adding Miller would give them a young, mobile, two-way defenseman who still has room to grow — a cornerstone piece that fits both their timeline and style.
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For the Rangers, dealing Miller would signal a desire to shift direction or capitalize on value before extending the young star. For Seattle, it's an opportunity to make a leap and finally stabilize their defense. Whether a trade happens or not, K'Andre Miller's future could end up being one of the biggest moves of the 2025 NHL offseason.
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