The Canucks have rarely managed the sort of 60-minute effort they put in Thursday against the defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers.

J.T. Miller has been absent from the Vancouver Canucks lineup for nearly a month on personal leave, but he appears to be ready for a return. When the Canucks take to the ice against the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers,

J.T. Miller’s return to the Vancouver Canucks lineup last night was huge. The Canucks dominated the Florida Panthers, shutting them out 4-0. It was immediately clear that Miller’s emotional presence had a major impact.