The Carolina Hurricanes acquired defenseman K’Andre Miller from the New York Rangers and signed him to an eight-year deal, with General manager Eric Tulsky explaining why the move was a priority and how Miller fits into Carolina’s playoff ambitions.

K'Andre Miller is eager to start work with the Carolina Hurricanes. The Hurricanes acquired the 25-year-old defenseman from the New York Rangers on Tuesday.

K'Andre Miller was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes by the New York Rangers on Tuesday before signing an eight-year, $60 million contract. It has an average annual value of $7.5 million.