For the Edmonton Oilers, the mission this season is simple—finally lift the Stanley Cup. After two consecutive Final losses, the hunger and frustration in Edmonton are undeniable.
The Oilers have built one of the most dangerous offensive cores in hockey with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, but year after year the same concern resurfaces in the playoffs: unreliable goaltending. That concern centers around Stuart Skinner. The 25-year-old netminder has shown flashes of brilliance, but the inconsistency has become impossible to ignore.
Skinner has struggled in the playoffs
In each of the past three playoff runs, Skinner has been pulled at critical moments, forcing the Oilers to turn to his backup in a desperate attempt to salvage games.