Skinner allowed five goals on 26 shots in Wednesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Kings in Game 2.
Skinner is now 1-1 in the postseason, having allowed nine goals on 63 shots. He's given up at least four goals in three straight games, something he didn't do in the seven outings prior to his recent struggles. The Oilers will roll with Skinner in goal, though it could be up to the offense to cover up his mistakes in a first-round series that's not been kind to the goalies so far. The next game is Friday in Los Angeles.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Slated to face LA
Rotowire
Skinner is set to start at home against the Kings for Game 2 on Wednesday, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton.
Skinner allowed four goals on 37 shots versus LA in Game 1 on Monday, but he got plenty of goal support en route to a 7-4 victory. He's typically done better against the Kings, posting a 4-1-0 record, 2.39 GAA and a .926 save percentage over five contests this year, including four regular-season outings. The Kings also left something to be desired offensively during the regular season, finishing the campaign in a tie for 16th offensively with 3.10 goals per contest.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Grabs Game 1 win
Rotowire
Skinner stopped 33 of 37 shots in Monday's 7-4 win over the Kings in Game 1.
The Oilers jumped out to a 4-0 lead before the Kings got on the board, so Skinner's ability to protect the lead was never in question. The 25-year-old went 36-16-5 with a 2.62 GAA and a .905 save percentage over 59 contests as a full-time starter during the regular season. Skinner will benefit from the offense in front of him, though the Oilers' defensive issues could spell trouble for the netminder down the line. Game 2 is Wednesday in Edmonton.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Slated to start Game 1
Rotowire
Skinner is expected to protect the home net in Game 1 versus the Kings on Monday.
Skinner went 36-16-5 with two shutouts, a 2.62 GAA and a .905 save percentage in 59 appearances during the 2023-24 campaign. He stopped 117 of 125 shots en route to a 3-1-0 mark against LA during the regular season. The Kings tied for 16th in the league in 2023-24 with 3.10 goals per contest.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Struggles in finale
Rotowire
Skinner allowed four goals on 13 shots before he was replaced by Calvin Pickard in the second period of Thursday's 5-1 loss to the Avalanche. Skinner was credited with the defeat.
It certainly wasn't what Skinner had in mind for his final tune-up before the postseason -- the Avs scored four times in the first 10:17 of the opening period before Skinner was replaced by Pickard to start the second. The 25-year-old Skinner had won three of his previous four outings prior to Thursday, posting a .921 save percentage in that span. He'll wrap up the regular season at 36-16-5 with a .905 save percentage and 2.62 GAA. Skinner figures to be back between the pipes when the Oilers open the playoffs Monday at home versus the Kings.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Starting in Colorado
Rotowire
Skinner will guard the road goal versus the Avalanche on Thursday, per the NHL media site.
Skinner has gone 3-1-1 with 10 goals allowed on 118 shots over five outings in April. He'll get one more tune-up versus the Avalanche in preparation for the playoffs. Skinner may have a tough time getting a win, as the Oilers' entire top line and first defense pairing is being rested for Thursday's game, while the Avalanche will have all of their key players in the lineup.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Cruises to win Monday
Rotowire
Skinner stopped 19 of 21 shots in Monday's 9-2 win over the Sharks.
The Oilers erupted for four goals in the first period and followed it up with a five-goal second, giving Skinner one of his easiest wins of the year. The 25-year-old has won five of his last seven outings, giving up 14 goals in that span. He's at 36-15-5 with a 2.57 GAA and a .907 save percentage through 58 appearances this season. The Oilers have a road back-to-back left on the schedule with stops in Arizona on Wednesday and Colorado on Thursday, so both Skinner and Calvin Pickard should be penciled in for one more start in the regular season.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Tending twine Monday
Rotowire
Skinner will get the starting nod at home against the Sharks on Monday, per the NHL's media site.
Skinner stopped 24 of 26 shots in a tough-luck loss to Vancouver in his last appearance. He's 4-1-1 over his last six outings with an impressive 2.00 GAA during that span. On the year, Skinner has gone 35-15-5 with a 2.58 GAA and a .907 save percentage through 57 games.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Loses to Canucks
Rotowire
Skinner stopped 24 of 26 shots in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Canucks. The third goal was an empty-netter.
Skinner didn't get much help from his teammates in this contest, leading to his first regulation loss in six starts. He's been alternating games with Calvin Pickard since the end of March, and that seems likely to continue with the Oilers nearly locked into the No. 2 seed in the Pacific Division. Skinner is now 35-15-5 with a 2.58 GAA and a .907 save percentage over 57 outings. The Oilers' last home game of the regular season is Monday versus the Sharks before a road back-to-back with stops Wednesday in Arizona and Thursday in Colorado.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Guarding home goal
Rotowire
Skinner will protect the home net against Vancouver on Saturday.
Skinner stopped 17 of 18 shots en route to a 5-1 victory over the Golden Knights on Wednesday during his last outing. He's 35-14-5 with a 2.59 GAA and a .907 save percentage across 56 appearances in 2023-24. The Canucks rank sixth offensively with 3.42 goals per game this season.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Stops 18 in win
Rotowire
Skinner stopped 18 of 19 shots in Wednesday's 5-1 victory over the Golden Knights.
It wasn't Skinner's busiest night, but he was sharp when called upon, blanking Vegas through the first two periods before allowing a lone shorthanded tally to Keegan Kolesar in the third. The 25-year-old netminder has won four of his last five starts, improving to 35-14-5 with a .907 save percentage and 2.59 GAA on the season. The Oilers are back in action at home Friday against the Coyotes.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Set to face Golden Knights
Rotowire
Skinner is slated to start at home versus Vegas on Wednesday, per Oilers play-by-by announcer Jack Michaels.
Skinner has a 34-14-5 record, 2.62 GAA and .906 save percentage in 55 outings in 2023-24. He saved 22 of 24 shots en route to a 6-2 win over Colorado in his last start Friday. Skinner has had mixed results against the Golden Knights this season, posting a 1-1-0 record while saving 46 of 52 shots (.885 save percentage) across two starts.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Gets win over Avalanche
Rotowire
Skinner stopped 21 of 23 shots in Friday's 6-2 win over the Avalanche.
In a battle of two Western Conference scoring juggernauts, Skinner was able to find a bit more success than Alexandar Georgiev. This wasn't a gem from Skinner by any means, but he settled in after allowing a pair of first-period tallies. The 25-year-old netminder has won four of his last six games, allowing 17 goals over that span. He's now at 34-14-5 with a 2.54 GAA and a .906 save percentage through 55 appearances. The Oilers are back in action at Calgary on Saturday, a game that will likely see Calvin Pickard between the pipes.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Set to defend cage Friday
Rotowire
Skinner is slated to tend the twine at home versus the Avalanche on Friday.
Skinner has suffered just one regulation loss in his last 13 appearances, posting an 8-1-3 record to go with a 2.34 GAA and .922 save percentage over that stretch. With a back-to-back up next on the schedule, Calvin Pickard will likely get the nod versus the Flames on the road Saturday. Still, Skinner should see the majority of the workload down the stretch and into the postseason.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Defending crease against Kings
Rotowire
Skinner will be in goal versus Los Angeles at home Thursday, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.
Skinner has given up three or more goals in each of his last four outings but he still managed to secure a 2-1-1 record over that stretch. With a supporting cast that includes world-class center Connor McDavid, the 25-year-old Skinner should be able to continue to get by without having to be perfect. Simply good enough should do for the Edmonton native Skinner to keep collecting wins.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Making road start
Rotowire
Skinner will defend the blue paint on the road against the Jets on Tuesday, Mark Spector of Sportsnet reports.
Skinner struggled in his last start Saturday versus Toronto, surrendering five goals on just 23 shots before being replaced by Calvin Pickard for the third period of the eventual 6-3 loss. Skinner was credited with the defeat. He'll try to get back on track in a road matchup with a slumping Winnipeg squad that's lost three straight games.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Starting in Toronto
Rotowire
Skinner will defend the road net Saturday versus the Maple Leafs, Jamie Umbach of the Oilers' official site reports.
Skinner is coming off a 26-save performance in Thursday's 8-3 win over Buffalo. He has a 31-13-4 record this season with a 2.58 GAA and a .908 save percentage through 50 games played. Toronto is tied for second in the league this campaign with 3.62 goals per contest.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Expected starter for Thursday
Rotowire
Skinner is expected to start Thursday at home against Buffalo, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.
Skinner has a 30-13-4 record, 2.57 GAA and .908 save percentage in 49 outings in 2023-24. He saved 40 of 43 shots en route to a 3-2 overtime loss to Colorado in his last start Saturday. The Sabres, who rank 21st offensively with 2.96 goals per game, figure to be a somewhat favorable opponent.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Facing Avalanche
Rotowire
Skinner will be in the home crease versus Colorado on Saturday, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton.
Skinner has won five of his past six starts, turning aside 166 of 176 shots (.943 save percentage). The 25-year-old netminder is 30-13-3 with a 2.57 GAA and a .907 save percentage. The Avalanche are tied for the top spot in the Central Division with the Stars at 89 points, and they have played one less game. Skinner has yet to face the Avalanche this season, but he was 1-0-1 last year, stopping 71 of 75 shots.
... See More... See Less
Oilers' Stuart Skinner: Starting Wednesday
Rotowire
Skinner will patrol the home crease Wednesday against Washington, according to Tom Gazzola of Edmonton Sports Talk.
Skinner has won four of his past five starts, stopping 143 of 151 shots during that span. He has a 29-13-3 record this season with a 2.58 GAA and a .907 save percentage through 47 games played. Skinner earned a 25-save shutout win over the Capitals on Nov. 24. Washington ranks 29th in the league this campaign with 2.65 goals per contest.
