Oilers stay with Skinner in net for Game 4 with Pickard still out with injury

The Edmonton Oilers will have goaltender Stuart Skinner starting in Game 4 of their second-round playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights. This decision comes as Calvin Pickard is still dealing with an injury and remains day-to-day, ruling him out for Monday’s game.

In Game 3, the Oilers suffered a tough 4-3 loss at Rogers Place, prompting the return of Skinner to the starting lineup. This marked Skinner’s first playoff start since Pickard took over for him in the third game of the first round against the Los Angeles Kings.

Pickard had been on a hot streak, helping the Oilers secure six consecutive wins before his injury in Game 2 against Vegas. Tomas Hertl inadvertently landed on Pickard’s left leg, forcing him to exit the game and subsequently miss Game 3.

Skinner, who made 20 saves in Game 3, will look to bounce back and help the Oilers regain their series lead. However, the Golden Knights managed to secure the win with a last-second goal from Reilly Smith, leaving Oilers fans disappointed but hopeful for a comeback in Game 4.

Despite the setback, Edmonton still holds a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series, giving them a chance to regroup and come back stronger in the upcoming game.

For a detailed visual recap of the heartbreaking Game 3 loss, fans can watch the highlights provided by CBC, showcasing the intense action and final moments of the game that left Oilers fans on the edge of their seats.

As the Oilers prepare for Game 4 with Skinner between the pipes, the team will be looking to put the past behind them and focus on executing their game plan to secure a crucial victory against the Golden Knights. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as the playoff series continues to heat up.