Ryan Miller

One year later: Utah Hockey Club players tell the story of the move to Utah

One year later: Utah Hockey Club players tell the story of the move to Utah

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 18 - 6:35 p.m.

Nick Bjugstad was sitting in a park with his wife, soaking in the spring sunshine of Arizona, when the text came in. His wife was mid-conversation when he broke in — "We're moving."
Walker Kessler's game grew up this season. Now, extension talks begin

Walker Kessler's game grew up this season. Now, extension talks begin

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 16 - 12:34 p.m.

The Utah Jazz center is eligible to sign a rookie contract extension this summer.
Utah Hockey Club gives Robert Bortuzzo a special moment to end the season

Utah Hockey Club gives Robert Bortuzzo a special moment to end the season

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 15 - 10:18 p.m.

Robert Bortuzzo took his time leaving the ice on Tuesday in St. Louis. It wasn't only to savor the final game of Utah's inaugural season — it was to savor potentially his last time on NHL ice.
Will Hardy is 'all-in' on Jazz rebuild — and the Jazz are all-in on him

Will Hardy is 'all-in' on Jazz rebuild — and the Jazz are all-in on him

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 15 - 12:23 p.m.

"I'm all-in, man," Hardy said. "I'm not going anywhere."
Clayton Keller reaches career-high as Utah continues late-season surge with win over Nashville

Clayton Keller reaches career-high as Utah continues late-season surge with win over Nashville

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 14 - 10:34 p.m.

With a 4-point night Monday in Utah's 7-3 win over Nashville, Keller set a new career-high with 89 points on the season.
'It's natural to be frustrated': Jazz GM outlines plans after historically bad season

'It's natural to be frustrated': Jazz GM outlines plans after historically bad season

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 14 - 3:14 p.m.

Utah Jazz general manager Justin Zanik understands the frustration, but more patience will likely be required.
The worst season in Utah Jazz history is over. What now?

The worst season in Utah Jazz history is over. What now?

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 13 - 4:58 p.m.

The Jazz's 2024-25 campaign closed with a 116-105 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, securing the team at least a top-five pick in the 2025 NBA draft.
From 'winging it' to owning the crease: Inside Barrett Hayton's breakout year for Utah HC

From 'winging it' to owning the crease: Inside Barrett Hayton's breakout year for Utah HC

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 9:44 p.m.

Barrett Hayton hit the 20-goal mark for the first time in his NHL career on Saturday in Utah's 5-3 win over Dallas.
How 'bout this Dan?: Longtime Jazz PA announcer Dan Roberts says goodbye

How 'bout this Dan?: Longtime Jazz PA announcer Dan Roberts says goodbye

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 12:04 a.m.

You might not have always known the name, but you knew the voice. Roberts' unique tone has reverberated at darn near every Jazz home game since the team moved to Utah in 1979.
A team, a state, a new tradition: Utah Hockey Club first season leaves a lasting impression

A team, a state, a new tradition: Utah Hockey Club first season leaves a lasting impression

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 11 - 12:03 a.m.

The team skated for the final time in front of their home fans on Thursday.
Kyle Filipowski has career night in Jazz win — and he thinks there's plenty more to come

Kyle Filipowski has career night in Jazz win — and he thinks there's plenty more to come

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 9 - 11:43 p.m.

Filipowski had career-high 30 points and 18 rebounds to lead Utah to a 133-126 overtime win over the Clingan's Trail Blazers Wednesday at the Delta Center.
Kailer Yamamoto gets some revenge in Utah's 7-1 win over Kraken

Kailer Yamamoto gets some revenge in Utah's 7-1 win over Kraken

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 8 - 11:11 p.m.

Kailer Yamamoto scores against his former team as Utah blasts Seattle.
Utah Hockey Club gives first look at new practice facility

Utah Hockey Club gives first look at new practice facility

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 7 - 12:00 p.m.

The team gathered in a cavernous hall of steel Monday and swapped helmets for hard hats as they got a tour of what will soon be their new home.
Jazz lose again as tanking season enters final week

Jazz lose again as tanking season enters final week

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 6 - 8:54 p.m.

The Jazz allowed a team to score over 140 points for the third straight game on Sunday. This time it was to old friend Quin Snyder, whose Atlanta Hawks bested Utah 147-134 at the State Farm Arena.
Utah's win over Winnipeg provides taste of what playoff series could've (still could?) looked like

Utah's win over Winnipeg provides taste of what playoff series could've (still could?) looked like

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 5 - 9:27 p.m.

The chants slowly crescendoed as the clock ticked down.
Taylor Hendricks is recovering from his gruesome injury with a smile and some weights

Taylor Hendricks is recovering from his gruesome injury with a smile and some weights

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 4 - 7:45 p.m.

"(The plan is) by May, I'll be 100%, but the way I'm feeling, I'll be ready way before then," Hendricks said on the Jazz broadcast during Utah's 140-112 loss to the Pacers Friday.
How a 1-minute stretch doomed the Utah Hockey Club against the Kings

How a 1-minute stretch doomed the Utah Hockey Club against the Kings

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 11:09 p.m.

Dylan Guenther said the quiet part out loud.
Have You Seen This? ESPN analyst has touching moment with son on Autism Awareness Day

Have You Seen This? ESPN analyst has touching moment with son on Autism Awareness Day

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 3:56 p.m.

On Wednesday, Dan Orlovsky wasn't an ESPN analyst or the former quarterback who jokes that "end zones should be 11 yards." He was a father.
NHL veteran Trevor Lewis always thought SLC could be a hockey town. He's happy it finally is

NHL veteran Trevor Lewis always thought SLC could be a hockey town. He's happy it finally is

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 2:52 p.m.

Utah native Trevor Lewis never thought he'd experience something like Thursday night: skating in an NHL game in his hometown.
Jazz in pole position for best lottery odds after loss to Rockets

Jazz in pole position for best lottery odds after loss to Rockets

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 2 - 10:14 p.m.

Washington forward JT Thor drilled a 3-pointer with 40 seconds remaining to help lift the Wizards to a surprise victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
'We'll never quit': Utah Hockey Club is still believing after 3-1 win over Calgary

'We'll never quit': Utah Hockey Club is still believing after 3-1 win over Calgary

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:35 p.m.

The Hockey Club kept their (albeit slight) playoff hopes alive for a bit longer with a 3-1 win over the Flames.
André Tourigny plays reporter as he explains why Utah HC won't go away from Vejmelka

André Tourigny plays reporter as he explains why Utah HC won't go away from Vejmelka

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 2:12 p.m.

The Utah Hockey Club head coach sat down after his team's morning skate on Tuesday, and instead of immediately taking questions, he asked one.
'Part of my legacy': Jazz players remember their McDonald's All-American experience

'Part of my legacy': Jazz players remember their McDonald's All-American experience

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:18 a.m.

If basketball skills can be transferred via a McDonald's drive-thru, St. George might soon become a hotbed of talent.
Jazz clinch worst record in franchise history in loss to Hornets

Jazz clinch worst record in franchise history in loss to Hornets

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 31 - 8:59 p.m.

The 2024-25 Utah Jazz will live on in infamy.
Isaiah Collier breaks a John Stockton record in Jazz loss to Hornets

Isaiah Collier breaks a John Stockton record in Jazz loss to Hornets

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 31 - 7:44 p.m.

It's not often someone gets to break an assist record held by John Stockton. Isaiah Collier did just that on Monday in the Utah Jazz's 110-106 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.