Pettersson thrives while Miller struggles after Canucks trade

Former Vancouver Canucks teammates J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson are currently having opposite seasons. Both players were vital in helping the Canucks reach the playoffs last year but had a tumultuous relationship. This led to Miller being traded to the New York Rangers. The Canucks hoped that trading Miller would help Pettersson improve his performance. At first, Pettersson struggled after the trade. However, recently he has shown significant improvement. He is now on a five-game point streak, scoring four goals and earning eight points in his last seven games. This resurgence comes at a crucial time for the Canucks, who are trying to secure a playoff spot. Pettersson played a key role in their recent 6-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, the top team in the NHL. In contrast, Miller's game has declined since joining the Rangers. After starting strong, he has not scored in his last eight games, with only four assists. Fans have also seen his frustrations surface in New York. Both teams still aim for playoff positions. The Rangers are two points out of playoff contention while the Canucks hope to benefit from Pettersson's recent success. Overall, the trade appears to be beneficial for the Canucks, especially with the performance of new players they received in return.