J.T. Miller-Pavel Dorofeyev-Oliver Bjorkstrand line fuels Rangers’ solid start

The New York Rangers have started the 2026-27 season with two straight wins after an opening loss, largely powered by their new top-six line of J.T. Miller, Pavel Dorofeyev, and Oliver Bjorkstrand. The trio posted a 69.3 percent expected goal share and a 10-3 edge in high-danger chances across the first three games under head coach Mike Sullivan, helping secure victories against the Tampa Bay Lightning and Detroit Red Wings.

Tom Castro writes that Miller's health, leadership, and resurgence are driving the unit's success following a difficult previous season. While Dorofeyev scored off a Bjorkstrand pass against Tampa Bay, Castro notes that other Rangers forward lines have struggled at even strength, making the consistency of Miller's line critical to the team's early playoff aspirations.