J.T. Miller has a hobby outside of playing hockey and that is golf.
With the New York Rangers not making the playoffs, Miller decided to attempt to qualify for the 2025 U.S. Open Golf Championship.
Unfortunately for Miller, he did not make the cut after he finished a 4-over-par 76 in the initial round of local qualifying, falling four strokes back of the cut line in the one-day, 18-hole event at Quicksilver Golf Club.
“It was hard,” Miller said via NHL.com. “It got windy. I thought it would be harder with the rain. … I had a month to practice. So, I felt good coming in here. Typically, it always comes down to making putts. That’s what those guys are a lot better at doing.”
Regardless of the result, Miller is still happy he at least attempted to qualify for the U.S. Open and he has no regrets.
“I had an opportunity to play for one day,” said Miller. “I know who I’m playing against out there. I’m a competitive guy, so I just kept the expectations realistic. I’m happy with myself.”
It’s safe to say Miller hopes to be competing for a Stanley Cup with the Rangers next year as opposed to playing golf.
“The goal is not to be available to play in this,” Miller said. “Unfortunately, that’s what happens.”
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