J.T. Miller Day-to-Day After Possible Groin Strain

New York Rangers captain J.T. Miller left Monday's practice after lunging to save a puck, favoring his leg and exiting while being tended by trainers; video and media reports show a non-contact lower-body strain that may involve his groin or hamstring. Coach Mike Sullivan said Miller is being evaluated and is “trending the right way,” and the club has labeled him day-to-day while taking a cautious approach. Multiple outlets report he appears to have avoided a major injury and there is hope he could return to practice soon, though he may still miss the remainder of the preseason. Miller, 32, was named the Rangers' 29th captain in September after being acquired from Vancouver and has 260 career goals and 709 points. His availability for the Oct. 7 regular-season opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins has not been officially confirmed.