The Edmonton Oilers and their coach Kris Knoblauch are facing a big problem with their goalkeeping, and Tristan Jarry is the main topic of discussion.
Edmonton lost a tough game 6-5 in their first match after the Olympic break, wasting important points in their attempt to climb the Pacific Division standings.
Knoblauch did not hold back when he spoke to the media after the game. He clearly stated his disappointment with the goalkeeping after watching his team fall apart in the last period.
“I wasn’t pleased with the goaltending, especially in the third period,” Knoblauch said directly. “It wasn’t his best performance. ”
Jarry recognized the criticism. He responded honestly about how he played.
“If I can stop more pucks, I think we would have a better chance,” Jarry told local news reporters.
The experienced goalie is under a lot of pressure in a tough Canadian sports environment. He currently has a high average of 3.45 goals allowed since joining the team.
Edmonton’s risky decision about their goaltender is really backfiring.
“I wasn’t happy with the goaltending especially in the third period. It wasn’t his best game,” Knoblauch on Jarry.
— Jason Gregor (@JasonGregor) February 26, 2026
The team made a huge trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins to get Jarry, sending Stuart Skinner away in the deal.
They thought this bold move would strengthen their defense and help them secure a top spot in the Western Conference.
Instead, it’s turning out to be a huge mistake for a team with high hopes, sitting at only 75 points.
The Oilers have given up 190 goals this season. This poor defense makes it hard for Connor McDavid and the top players to make up for the team’s mistakes.
“If I can do a better job keeping the puck out I think we will have a better chance,” Jarry.
— Jason Gregor (@JasonGregor) February 26, 2026
You can’t win a playoff series in the spring by letting in five or six goals each night against your rivals.
Knoblauch wants his team to handle the puck better in the neutral zone, but his goalie has to make a crucial save when the defense isn’t working well.
There isn’t much time left before the trade deadline on March 6. The team leaders need to decide if they should get another goalie to help save the season of 82 games.
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