The Carolina Hurricanes acquired defenseman K’Andre Miller from the New York Rangers and signed him to an eight-year deal, with General manager Eric Tulsky explaining why the move was a priority and how Miller fits into Carolina’s playoff ambitions.

Carolina Hurricanes get: K’Andre Miller (who agreed to an eight-year, $60 million sign-and-trade) New York Rangers get: Conditional 2026 first-round pick (top-10 protected), 2026 second-round pick, D Scott Morrow James Mirtle: This is going to be a fascinating deal to watch over the next few years.

K’Andre Miller is eager to start work with the Carolina Hurricanes K’Andre Miller kept his phone off and avoided social media in recent weeks with his future uncertain after five seasons with the New York Rangers.