The New York Rangers efforts to land J.T. Miller stalled; here is what we know

J.T. Miller and the New York Rangers are doing an impression of Ross and Rachel from Friends. Will they or won't they? They're on a break, but we're learning what the two teams want to make this deal happen. We know the Canucks do not have any interest in Mika Zibanejad, and some of the names they do want, the Rangers won't move. However, there is a rumor that one of the names they want might be available.

It's public knowledge that the Canucks want Braden Schneider. Vancouver has a gaping hole at RD, and a British Columbia native such as Braden Schneider would make a great impression on their defense. New York's position has remained adamant about not moving their young RHD. Alexis Lafreniere is another name Vancouver wants, but New York remains adamant about keeping the 2020 first-overall pick, who just signed a long-term extension with the Blueshirts.

However, Filip Chytil has been a name brought up in trade discussions. Chytil's injury history could be a potential issue, but the Czech centerman has shown the ability to shine when he's given an elevated role. Vincent Trocheck has taken his spot long-term, and with trade protection, it's easier to move the young Czech than the Pittsburgh native. His cap hit is also significantly lower, which might make the Canucks consider a deal for J.T. Miller.

Two of Bo Groulx, Adam Sykora, and Jaroslav Chemlar, were scratched for trade protection purposes ahead of the Hartford Wolf Pack's game yesterday afternoon. As we approach the start of the Four Nations face-off, the Canucks and Rangers will be looking to get this over the line before the tournament gets underway. It's going to act like a "soft deadline" for the NHL franchises that want to get deals done early, so we may get a few instances of trade insanity this season.