That hesitation opened the door for a major shift involving then-pending restricted free agent K'Andre Miller, and NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has shed light on the difference in philosophy that led to the blueliner's surprise move to Carolina.

The Carolina Hurricanes and New York Rangers each receive a grade for their sign-and-trade deal involving K'Andre Miller.

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. Now, he's eager to jump into the Carolina Hurricanes' aggressive system.