Oilers Playoff Series Sparks Goalie Debate Against Vegas

Monday, May 5, 2025, 5:21 pm

In a classic playoff twist, analysts question whether sticking with the hot backup goalie is the wiser move for the Oilers against the Vegas Golden Knights. The debate adds extra spice to an already intense series, proving that even hockey can serve up a side of controversy.

torontosun.com / Which of the Jets, Oilers or Maple Leafs has the best chance of winning their series?

WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of Off The Post, Toronto SUN Sports Columnist Steve Simmons, Postmedia Hockey Columnist Bruce Garrioch, The Province and Vancouver Sun Canucks reporter Patrick Johnston and Postmedia’s Rob Wong break down the second-round series for the Winnipeg Jets, Edmonton…

edmontonjournal.com / Do Oilers stick with Pick, riding the hot backup rather than Stu Skinner to start Vegas series?

"I would stay with Pickard, the playoffs are about momentum and the team has that now"

edmontonjournal.com / Do Vegas Golden Knights already have a 1-0 lead on Edmonton Oilers?

It’s in the Oilers DNA to ease their way into a playoff series, starting slowly and finishing with a fury.

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