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On YouTubeEdmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 3
Stuart Skinner, Calvin Pickard disappoint as goaltending becomes contentious: 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers player review
Welcome to my annual player review series, where I dive into the Edmonton Oilers season player-by-player. We’ll look back at the season that was, what kind of impact each player had, and what we could see from them next season.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 31
Have the Oilers actually improved this offseason?
Few teams have experienced as much movement this offseason as the Edmonton Oilers. After two consecutive Stanley Cup Finals losses, it was expected that management would make some adjustments, but most fans probably hoped those changes would focus on the goaltending.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 19
Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: Calvin Pickard
As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded superstar forward Leon Draisaitl, and now we continue with goaltender Calvin Pickard.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 15
Could the Oilers find their next goalie on the waiver wire?
The month of July is officially halfway done and as things currently stand, the Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending duo for 2024-25 will once again be Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard.
Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / July 10
Elliotte Friedman skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan amid Stuart Skinner uncertainty
After more Stuart Skinner inconsistencies, many Oilers fans have pushed for a big change in net.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 6
Oilers’ Goalie Coach Change Hints at Plans for Skinner & Pickard
The Edmonton Oilers are set to make a key behind-the-scenes change this offseason by removing Dustin Schwartz, who has been the team’s goalie coach since November 2014.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 3
Friedman: Oilers set to change goalie coaches, trying to find new backup for Stuart Skinner
As the Edmonton Oilers have continued to evaluate the goaltending market, it’s becoming clearer what the team is looking to do. Rumours have swirled about the team making changes after falling in the Stanley Cup Final, where the team’s goaltending was a letdown.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 18
Five takeaways as Panthers officially become an NHL dynasty
The Florida Panthers' 5-1 Game 6 win sealed their second consecutive Stanley Cup Final series victory.
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 16
Oilers HC Kris Knoblauch mum on Game 6 starting goalie
Facing elimination, Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch still isn’t sure who his starting goalie will be for Game 6, or, at least, he isn’t making his intentions known.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 17
Five things Oilers need to do to force a Game 7
It was never going to be easy, but now it’s do or die for the Edmonton Oilers.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 16
‘Not an easy decision’: Oilers not sure whether to go with Skinner or Pickard for Game 6
Kris Knoblauch and the Edmonton Oilers’ coaching staff to roll with Calvin Pickard in Game 5 Saturday night didn’t quite turn out as planned. After entering Games 3 and 4 in relief of Stuart Skinner, helping the Oilers mount a once-in-a-century comeback in the latter of the two, it made sense as to why the Oilers wanted to go with Pickard.
Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / June 14
Oilers starting G Calvin Pickard in Game 5 of Stanley Cup Final
After playing an instrumental role in the Edmonton Oilers' 5-4 overtime win in Game 4 on Thursday to even the Stanley Cup Final, goaltender Calvin Pickard will start Saturday's pivotal Game 5 against the visiting Florida Panthers.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 14
Despite benching, we might not have seen the last of Oilers goalkeeper
In a postseason run that has been anything but ordinary, chances are the saga isn't over yet.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 14
Calvin Pickard Set to Start Game 5, Plus Other Oilers Changes
Calvin Pickard appears to be getting the nod for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final, as he took reps in the starter’s net during the Edmonton Oilers’ morning skate on Saturday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 13
Stanley Cup Final takeaways: Oilers may have shifted series with stunning comeback
The Edmonton Oilers tied the Stanley Cup Final at two games apiece on Thursday night with a stunning 5-4 win in Game 4 that saw them erase a 3-0 deficit.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 11
Pickard Gets High Praise Ahead of Oilers Game 4 Lineup Change
The Edmonton Oilers have confirmed that they will likely be making a lineup change ahead of Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. Head coach Kris Knoblauch wouldn’t confirm who was coming in and who was coming out, but he praised goaltender Calvin Pickard when asked if he was considering a goalie change.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 31
Five intriguing storylines for 2025 Stanley Cup Final
The 2025 Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers opens on Wednesday night in Edmonton. To help get you ready for the series, here are five of the top storylines as it approaches.
Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / May 12
Report: Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard may miss rest of Vegas series
Edmonton goalkeeper Calvin Pickard is expected to miss the remainder of the Oilers' Western Conference semifinal series versus the Vegas Golden Knights due to injury, TSN reported Monday.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 12
Pickard’s Injury Might Be Worse Than Oilers Letting On
As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for a crucial Game 4 matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday night, concerns surrounding goaltender Calvin Pickard‘s health have intensified.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 12
Bad News on Calvin Pickard Injury Ahead of Game 4 for Oilers
“I’m told it`ll probably be at least a week…” noted TSN’s Darren Dreger (h/t Lieutentant Eric) on Calvin Pickard who remains out and will not play in Game 4 as the Edmonton Oilers try to win a game at home and take a 3-1 series lead versus the Vegas Golden Knights.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 11
Calvin Pickard out for Oilers in Monday’s Game 4 against Golden Knights
It’s shades of Dwayne Roloson all over again. Numerous sources reported on Sunday morning that Calvin Pickard won’t be in the lineup on Monday, according to head coach Kris Knoblauch.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 9
Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Goaltending concerns for Oilers, Golden Knights
The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs continued on Thursday night with two more second-round games. Here are some key takeaways from the action.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / May 8
Oilers’ Calvin Pickard’s numbers might not be pretty, but he’s getting wins
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 1 of their second-round series Tuesday night. A big reason for the win was Calvin Pickard, who allowed just two goals and stopped 15 shots in the contest.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 6
Calvin Pickard gets the start for Oilers in Game 1 against Golden Knights, but starter to be determined ‘game-to-game’
Calvin Pickard, the crease is yours — at least for now. That’s the message the Oilers are sending in starting netminder Calvin Pickard for Game 1 of the Edmonton Oilers’ second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 5
Oilers should start Calvin Pickard against Golden Knights after heroics in series win over Kings
Before the playoffs began, I wrote a piece about Edmonton Oilers’ netminder Calvin Pickard, highlighting how his resilience throughout his career is paying off, especially after he was named the team’s nominee for the Bill Masterton Trophy last month.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 3
Oilers Continue to Display Their Love for Calvin Pickard
Whenever the Edmonton Oilers turn to Calvin Pickard, he seems to come up with the clutch performances they need. The 33-year-old wound up stepping up to be the Oilers’ backup goaltender during the 2023-24 season, but felt like a risky bet in that position given that he’d spent the past several seasons in the American Hockey League (AHL).
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / April 30
Calvin Pickard is exactly what the Oilers needed
The Edmonton Oilers earned a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings Tuesday night, giving them a 3-2 series lead after losing the first two games of the first-round matchup.
NHL News / Oilers Daily / January 11
Do the Oilers need goaltending help after Calvin Pickard's poor performance?
Edmonton Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard significantly struggled in Saturday's game over the Chicago Blackhawks, raising the debate of whether the Oilers need to add another goalie for the playoffs.
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