MILLER TIME

J.T. Miller has scored only three goals this season — and none in his past nine games — after netting 22 in each of the past two years. But he assisted on Mats Zuccarello’s OT game-winner on Friday night, and Vigneault indicated he’s seeing improvement from Miller lately at both ends.

“He’s getting a better understanding of the game,” Vigneault said. “That’s the 200-foot game for a player that’s going to have a good career in the NHL has to understand. Nobody’s good enough in today’s game just to be an offensive player. You’ve got to be able to play the 200-foot game, and J.T. is getting better at it.

“He’s been a good player for us and we need for him to continue to improve and be a good player.”