J.T. Miller appreciates standing ovation from "hockey crazy" Canucks fanbase in his first return to VAN since trade to Rangers

NY Rangers captain J.T. Miller appreciated the Rogers Arena crowd for welcoming him with ovations during Tuesday’s 2-0 win over the Vancouver Canucks.

This marked the first game for Miller against his former club following his trade to the Blueshirts from the Canucks in January. Miller spent six years in Vancouver.

After the game, Miller described it as a surreal moment for him and his family.

"It's just surreal. You don't realize how lucky you are. Just really happy that my kids got to be here today, and my wife. It means a ton to me. Just feel like super lucky to have that support in a hockey crazy city. It was a really special chapter of our lives here."

J.T. Miller is in his second stint with the Rangers. Before his spell with the Canucks, Miller played for the Blueshirts for six years after being drafted No. 15 overall by them in the 2011 NHL draft. The 32-year-old has amassed six points through two goals and four assists this season.

J.T. Miller's Rangers snap four-game losing streak after win over Canucks

On Tuesday, the New York Rangers ended their four-game losing streak following a 2-0 win over the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. The Blueshirts improved their record to 4-5-2, holding a second-to-last position in the Metro Division.

Mika Zibanejad opened the scoring for the Rangers after putting them ahead 1-0 at 17:28 of the first period. Sam Carrick scored the winner for the visitors after scoring an empty-net goal at 18:27 of the third period.

Jonathan Quick registered his first shutout win of the season after making 23 saves between the sticks. The Rangers would hope to continue their winning run when facing the Edmonton Oilers next on Thursday.

The puck at Rogers Place is scheduled to drop at 9 p.m. ET.