He was joint second best in the league with goal assists for us last season with 5 (behind AK and equal with GM) yet started fewer games than those two. You probably should aim your winger criticism at Murphy who I felt contributed very little last season.
I do think Skalak had an indifferent season last year and at times he was frustrating to watch. His decision making was poor and he became a bit of a one trick pony. He needs to kick on a bit this year.
There always seems to be a scapegoat in the team who seems to garner more ire from the fans...