Oilers Rumours Erupt Again: “No Goalie Deal” Claim Sparks More Questions Than Answers
The Edmonton Oilers might be playing better for a little while, but there’s still a lot of drama about their goaltending situation behind the scenes, even if some people are trying to downplay it. After a tough 8-3 loss to the Dallas Stars, many thought the team would finally make a big change. Even though the Oilers managed to win two out of three games and had a great . 939 save percentage during those matches, fans are not convinced that “everything is okay. ”
Things got heated on Friday night when social media buzzed about the Edmonton team possibly getting Tristan Jarry, surprising both groups of fans. For a short time, Oilers fans felt relief that help was on its way. But by Saturday morning, TSN’s Ryan Rishaug stepped in to calm things down, stating that there were “no goaltending deals finished… despite some crazy rumors. ”
But here’s the tricky part — if everything is so calm, why were insiders talking about it at all?
Earlier this week, NHL insider David Pagnotta shared that the Oilers and Penguins talked about Jarry, even if it was just at the “asking stage. ” The Oilers are saying they’re not involved, but insiders confirm that some discussions did take place. Someone isn’t sharing all the facts.
This is making fans upset. The Oilers claim they don’t have the budget for it. Insiders say there’s nothing important happening. But the team keeps putting pressure on Stuart Skinner whenever there’s a defensive mistake.
To Skinner’s credit, he’s gotten better, with a . 917 save percentage and almost six goals saved more than expected in his last four games. However, relying on a “hot streak” hasn’t been successful for Edmonton before, and everyone is aware of that.
With the Jets, Sabres, and Red Wings visiting, the Oilers promise they’re sticking to their plan. But the main question is:
Do they really trust their goaltending — or are they just waiting for another problem to happen?
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