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The Edmonton Oilers had an incredible season last year for which all of the coaching staff deserved praise, but fans still aren't fond of one coach. At the beginning of last night's game when the Oilers were introducing their coaching staff, everyone received a neutral or warm welcome except goalie coach Dustin Schwartz. Boos were slightly heard on the broadcast, and fans in attendance did confirm they were booing Schwartz. Fans have been on Dustin Schwartz's case for years for the subpar goaltending the Oilers have dealt with during his 9 years as goalie coach. Many goaltenders like Cam Talbot, Mikko Koskinen, Jack Campbell, and more have seemed to have their game decline in their time with the Oilers, only to have better results upon joining another team. Schwartz himself even hung his head down, looking like he was expecting the boos - he had been booed in previous years. Unfortunately, Oilers fans got more ammunition for their criticisms of Schwartz in the home opener. Stuart Skinner was pulled after all

This article first appeared on Oilers Daily and was syndicated with permission.

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