Calvin Pickard Set to Guard the Net as Oilers face Canucks
The Edmonton Oilers are making a significant change in goal as they prepare to face the Vancouver Canucks. Calvin Pickard will take over the net following a disappointing performance from Stuart Skinner in a recent game.
Calvin Pickard’s Opportunity
During the Oilers’ morning skate on Saturday, Calvin Pickard occupied the home net, signaling his start for the upcoming match. This decision comes after Skinner had a challenging outing against the Calgary Flames, where he allowed multiple shaky goals in a 4-3 shootout loss.
Stuart Skinner’s Reflection
Skinner acknowledged his struggles after the game. He mentioned the need for quicker decision-making in high-pressure situations. The young goalie emphasized the importance of team response, noting, “The way that we responded as a team was fantastic.”
Pickard’s Performance History
Last season, Calvin Pickard played a pivotal role for the Oilers. His statistics reflect his ability to perform under pressure:
- Regular Season: 22 wins, 10 losses, 1 overtime loss
- Goals Against Average: 2.71
- Save Percentage: .900
- Stanley Cup Playoffs: 10 games played, 7 wins, 1 loss
- Playoff Goals Against Average: 2.85
- Playoff Save Percentage: .886
As the Oilers prepare for their matchup with the Canucks, all eyes will be on Pickard to see if he can lead the team to victory and solidify his position as the starting goalie.
