Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard (2) takes down Tampa Bay Lightning center Michael Eyssimont in front of goaltender Stuart Skinner and defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) during the second period o
The only men on the Oilers roster who play a prominent position and are mid-20s are Evan Bouchard (25) and Stuart Skinner (26). None of that is out of time with the rest of the NHL. A team with a strong chance to win the Stanley Cup will often have a large swath of the roster in the age 28-32 range.
Skinner gave up two goals on 16 shots in relief of Calvin Pickard in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Ducks. Skinner didn't have to wear the loss, but he didn't do anything to help the Oilers attempt a comeback.
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Oilers pull Calvin Pickard after four-goal first period
Oilers' Calvin Pickard: Chased after one period
Pickard stopped seven of 11 shots in one period of Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Ducks. Pickard held firm early in the contest, but he gave up four goals in a span of 6:41 to close out the first period. Stuart Skinner took over in goal for the final two frames.
Oilers pull Calvin Pickard after allowing four goals on ten shots against Ducks
According to NHL Insider Pierre LeBrun, an upgrade at the goaltending position isn't a priority for Oilers GM Stan Bowman.
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Edmonton Journal on MSN'They need to find a goalie': Debate rages over Edmonton Oilers need for new goalieThis in, a raging debate over whether or not the top priority at the 2025 trading deadline for the Edmonton Oilers is a goalie, and whether or not the Oilers could acquire a more useful goalie than either Stuart Skinner or Calvin Pickard.
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Yardbarker on MSNNHL Rumours: Edmonton Oilers Seek Defensive DepthIt’s time for some more NHL rumours with the trade deadline fast approaching. We’ve seen a number of massive moves already made. However, more could be coming as general managers try to put the finishing touches on their rosters.
The Edmonton Oilers have already made one trade for Trent Frederic, and it seems like they're looking to make another.
That’s why the Oilers could be the perfect fit for New York Rangers goalie, Jonathan Quick. Here are three reasons the Oilers should make a deal happen for the veteran goalie.
It's been a rough stretch for the Edmonton Oilers, but Neil Parker anticipates them gaining some traction against a Canadiens team that has survived on lucky play.
Newly-acquired forward Max Jones & recalled defenceman Cam Dineen will make their debuts with the Oilers on Thursday night at Rogers Place in a matchup against the Canadiens
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