![]() ![]() ![]() The bullying ranged from racial slurs to physical attacks, Meyer-Crothers said. Here are 4 storylines to follow as hockey begins The Arizona Coyotes drafted the Ohio native in 2020, but the team renounced its rights to him days later, after Miller's former classmate, Isaiah Meyer-Crothers, spoke out about suffering years of abuse at Miller's hands that culminated in a juvenile court case. It's the second time Miller's path to the NHL has been abruptly blocked. ![]() Complaints about Miller drew national attention in 2020 The controversy has raised questions about NHL teams' vetting processes, as well as a culture around elite youth athletics that can allow bullies to avoid being held accountable. His victim has described systemic abuse that went on for years. ![]() Miller has said he apologized and has portrayed his actions as a single incident.īut critics of Miller, who is now 20, say he hasn't done enough to show remorse for his actions or to prove he's now a changed person. The Boston Bruins have canceled plans to add defenseman Mitchell Miller to their organization, after current players and NHL officials spoke out against Miller - who was convicted of bullying a Black classmate with developmental disabilities when he was 14. Miller admitted to bullying a Black classmate with developmental disabilities when he was 14. The Boston Bruins have cut ties with Mitchell Miller after current players and the NHL spoke out against Miller's signing. ![]()
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