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Rangers Send No. 12 Overall Pick to Penguins in Miller Trade

The move keeps New York’s unprotected 2026 first-rounder intact by surrendering a lower-value selection

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Overview

  • The Rangers delivered the 12th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft to Pittsburgh on Tuesday to satisfy the final condition of the J.T. Miller trade.
  • New York secured the conditional top-13 protected pick from Vancouver in January and elected to convey it once they finished 11th in the Eastern Conference, placing the selection at No. 12.
  • By forgoing the 2025 pick, the Rangers guarantee possession of their unprotected first-round pick in 2026, preserving roster and cap flexibility under coach Mike Sullivan.
  • The Pittsburgh Penguins now own consecutive first-round selections at Nos. 11 and 12, positioning them to draft back-to-back prospects or trade one for additional assets.
  • Scouts and executives project the 2026 draft to feature deeper talent pools, underscoring New York’s decision to prioritize next year’s class for long-term team building.