Ryan Miller victorious in return to Vancouver as Ducks thump Canucks 5-0
VANCOUVER — Ryan Miller acknowledged an ovation from the crowd marking his return to Rogers Arena with a wave moments before Tuesday’s opening faceoff.
The veteran then went out and soundly outperformed one of the goalies tabbed with replacing him in the Vancouver Canucks’ crease.
Miller made 31 saves to record the 41st shutout of his career, Ryan Getzlaf had a goal and two assists, and the Anaheim Ducks dismantled Vancouver 5-0.
Signed by Anaheim over the summer to back up John Gibson after three seasons as the Canucks’ starter, the 37-year-old Miller was his usual solid self, making timely stops when Vancouver pushed as Anaheim picked up its fifth victory in the last six games.