The 2004-05 campaign delivered a difficult and ultimately devastating season for Rotherham United as The Millers finished a crushing 24th in the newly-rebranded Championship, resulting in relegation to League One. Despite the best efforts of veteran forward Martin Butler, whose 6 goals topped the scoring charts, the team struggled for consistency amid managerial turmoil that saw Ronnie Moore depart and Mick Harford arrive late on. This tumultuous year, which was defined by a constant battle to climb off the bottom of the table, remains a painful but pivotal chapter in the club's history.