By Canadian Press

Oilers to start Stuart Skinner in net for must-win Game 6 vs. Canucks

May 18, 2024 | 10:02 AM

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers will start Stuart Skinner in net tonight for a must-win Game 6 of their second-round playoff series against the Vancouver Canucks.

Skinner replaces goalie Calvin Pickard, who was Edmonton’s starter for Games 4 and 5. 

The 25-year-old Skinner was in net for the first three games of the best-of-seven series before he was replaced in the third period of Game 3 after allowing four goals on 15 shots. 

Pickard came on in relief, making his NHL playoff debut at the age of 32, and posted a 1-1 record with a 2.21 goals-against average and a .915 save percentage. 

Skinner has a 5-3 record this post-season with a 3.22 goals-against average, a .877 save percentage and one shutout.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 18, 2024.

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