Edmonton Oilers consider benching Stuart Skinner for must-win Game 4
Following last night's tough loss to the Florida Panthers, speculation is growing that the Edmonton Oilers might bench goaltender Stuart Skinner for their must-win Game 4.
The key narrative of the Stanley Cup Finals thus far has been goaltending. Sergei Bobrovsky of the Florida Panthers is delivering one of the best performances in Stanley Cup Finals history.
.984 � Sergei Bobrovsky (2024)
.974 � Patrick Roy (1996)
.972 � Rogie Vachon (1969)
.971 � Johnny Bower (1967)
.967 � Tim Thomas (2011)
So far, it's the best performance in NHL history.
Bobrovsky's success highlights the struggles of the Oilers' stars. Edmonton's top five goal scorers this season have yet to find the net in this series.
With the Oilers' offense faltering, the team has needed strong goaltending, but Stuart Skinner has not stepped up.
Edmonton Oilers consider benching Stuart Skinner after poor performance
Stuart Skinner has not matched Sergei Bobrovsky's level of play and has not even been average in these playoffs, posting subpar statistics.
� 0-3 record
� 59/68 saves
� .868 sv%
� 2.16 more goals allowed than expected
Is this who Edmonton runs it back with next year?
Last night was particularly rough, with Skinner allowing several regrettable goals from the Panthers.
Nothing has gone right for the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Finals, and they need to turn the momentum in their favor. A goaltender change, potentially bringing in backup Calvin Pickard, might be the answer.
As Game 4 draws near, we will keep an eye on the situation to see if the Oilers decide to make this switch.
Source: Markerzone
Edmonton Oilers may be on the verge of benching Stuart Skinner
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JUIN 14 | 415 ANSWERS Edmonton Oilers consider benching Stuart Skinner for must-win Game 4 Do you think the Edmonton Oilers should bench Stuart Skinner in game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final? | ||
| Yes | 252 | 60.7 % |
| No | 163 | 39.3 % |
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