Mitch Miller's next chapter is set as he officially puts pen to paper with Ak Bars in the KHL, marking the end of weeks of speculation surrounding his future.

The 2020 Arizona draft pick faced public scrutiny and was dropped by two NHL teams due to disturbing incidents from his past. Miller openly addressed the issue during an interview in Russia, shedding light on the bullying incident that led to his departure from both Arizona and Boston.

Reflecting on his regrettable actions, Miller shared,

Despite common friendships and shared childhood experiences, the regrettable incident unfolded during a high school basketball game.

Disputing media portrayals, Miller acknowledged the difficulty of his court appearance at the age of 14, stating,

Addressing misconceptions, Miller emphasized,

Miller revealed that he extensively addressed the incident in an interview when he signed with Boston, but the video never surfaced before his entry-level contract was terminated. Despite the setbacks, he showcased his skills in the Slovak Extraliga, emerging as the league's top scorer before making the move to Russia.

Source: Bladeofsteel