January is all wrapped up, and so is J.T. Miller’s run with the Vancouver Canucks. About a month ago, Vancouver traded him to the New York Rangers in exchange for Filip Chytil, Victor Mancini, and a first-round pick in the 2025 draft with the protection of the first thirteen picks. And New York didn’t stop there, they also signed Erik Brannstrom and Jackson Dorrington in the mix. And now, J.T. Miller’s wife is reminiscing about the crazy journey of trades in the past as she shares about the Canucks-Rangers’ trade!

When J.T. Miller got traded to the New York Rangers, Natalie Miller had a

way different experience than their past trades. In a chat with Julie & Cat, she laughed about how her Type A personality had been through the wringer. “I really am Type A… I am probably one of the most Type A people who probably [be] me,” she admitted. But this time, at least, she had some warning. “It was nice to have a heads-up. The first two times J.T. was traded, I was one, eight months pregnant, and the second time was six weeks postpartum with a one-year-old… and we had no heads-up for those, so it was very overwhelming.” This time? She felt a little more prepared. “So when it actually did come, I was still so shocked.”

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course, the news came at the most random time. Natalie was on the Canucks wives’ trip to Whistler, a getaway she had helped plan, only to end up passing it off just in case. “I should probably go on that… I mean, if he’s not traded, I should still go and have a good time.” So there she was, living it up at Longhorn, celebrating with champagne guns, when her phone rang. “Oh no… it’s like 10 minutes before the game starts. This is it.” She turned her phone to the girls, and their faces said it all. “Oh no way.” Stepping outside, she heard J.T. Miller say, “I just got traded,” talked to his agent, then walked back in and said, yep, it’s cocktail time.

But she wasn’t the only one dealing with a trade bomb that night.

“One of the other girls’ significant others also got traded, which—like, a whirlwind. She wasn’t expecting it, felt so bad for her.” Instantly, Natalie went into problem-solving mode. “I immediately just like problem-solved and was like, you can live in our house in Pittsburgh, it’s fine.” The next morning? She woke up to a text. “I know we were really drunk last night, but like, can I actually do that?” Her response was just as chill: “Yeah, it’s no problem.” Because at this point? She’s a pro at rolling with the punches.

J.T. Miller is returning home, literally, as he will be wearing the Rangers jersey again after they selected him in the first round 15th overall in 2015. With a lucrative contract signed for $56 million for seven years till 2029, New York has him tied down. And as he departs from Vancouver, so does his wife—signing off with a heartfelt farewell, filled with memories, love, and just a touch of nostalgia.

J.T. Miller’s wife bids farewell!

J.T. Miller and his family spent nearly six unforgettable years in Vancouver, a city that embraced them just as much as they embraced it. The 31-year-old became a Canucks fan favorite, winning hearts with his grit on the ice and his family’s deep connection to the community. But now, with his trade to the Rangers, J.T., Natalie, and their three little ones are packing up and heading to the other side of the continent. Sure, it brings them closer to their offseason home, but that doesn’t make leaving any less bittersweet.

“Vancouver, there are not enough words I can say about how much we loved our time here,” Natalie shared in a heartfelt Instagram post, alongside snapshots of their family’s best moments. “Raising our babies, trying new food, exploring and being in Rogers Arena will forever be some of our favorite memories.” From producing funny videos to engaging with fans, J.T. Miller’s wife ensured that their stay in Vancouver was not just about ice hockey but about giving back.

Through her Cloud Nine initiative, she created magical nights for families with sick children, turning a Rogers Arena suite into a space filled with joy and unforgettable moments.Back in December, the Millers took generosity to the next level, purchasing a suite at Rogers Arena with a heartfelt mission—giving families of children battling illness or disabilities a chance to experience a Canucks game in the most special way possible.

Each week, they opened the doors to those who deserved a night of pure joy, turning the suite into a space filled with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable memories. But now, a new chapter begins, but the Millers’ Vancouver legacy will never fade.