‘Ryan Miller’s problems in net last season were not entirely of his own making. He received little support from the defensemen playing in front of him. The 2,104 shots Miller faced last season were the second most in the NHL. With few exceptions, Buffalo’s blueliners failed to effectively support the offense, clear the defensive zone and cope with relentless forecheckers.’
Sabres look to rebound in 2008-09, Part II
Source: LetsGoSabres.com