Mitchell Miller is an American professional ice hockey defenseman who is currently a free agent.
He was drafted 111th overall by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft but had his draft status revoked after details of extreme bullying by Miller became public.
He was once again called up to the United States junior team for the 2019 World Junior A Challenge where he had two goals and four assists in six games.
In May 2020, Miller committed to play for the University of North Dakota men’s ice hockey team.
At the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the Arizona Coyotes used their first pick (111th overall) to select Miller.
On October 29, 2020, the Coyotes renounced the draft rights to Miller. The next day, he was dropped from the University of North Dakota hockey team.
What is the deal with Mitchell Miller?
Miller admitted in a juvenile court in Ohio that he assaulted, bullied, and racially abused a Black developmentally disabled classmate in eighth grade.
Who signed Mitchell Miller?
The Bruins signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Mitchell Miller. On November 6, 2022, the Bruins parted ways with Miller following considerable pressure from fans and current Bruins players.