Stuart Skinner has the worst Goals Saved Above Expected mark of any goalie in the playoffs so far, but how much of that has been on him and how much is due to the defence in front of him? Adam Vingan takes a look at the situation in Edmonton’s crease.

Skinner was excellent for a two-month stretch from the end of November to the end of January, during which he was one of the best netminders in the NHL. That, combined with helping the Oilers to Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final last year, gives him tons of clout. Don’t forget how good he was from Game 4 onward in each series.

Wednesday night marked yet another ugly start for Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner. The 26-year-old has never been a beacon of consistency, though he really struggled to close out the 2024-25 season,