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The Oilers goaltending needs further improvement

Despite a complete swap of his goaltending tandem, Stan Bowman needs to do more in net

Feb 4, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) guards his net against Calgary Flames center Connor Zary (47) during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

On Friday, December 12, 2025, the Edmonton Oilers moved on from starting goaltender Stuart Skinner. It was clear that Oilers management did not believe their No. 1 goaltender to be the right player to carry them to a championship.