Oilers broadcaster reveals ridiculous reason why the team will not trade for a goalie
The Edmonton Oilers are once again heading into the playoffs with league average goaltending, and broadcaster Louie DeBrusk revealed the reason why the Oilers will stick by their current tandem.
The Oilers have been heavily linked to John Gibson in recent days, but reportedly it would cost Edmonton Stuart Skinner in the trade, something the team is unwilling to do.
Oilers broadcaster says team would not disrupt locker room with Skinner trade
Oilers analyst and play by play broadcaster Louie DeBrusk gave a major vote of confidence to Stuart Skinner as the team's starter, but also said trading for another goalie may cause conflict within the locker room for pushing an established player.
- Louie DeBrusk
DeBrusk even tried to argue that Stuart Skinner has an elite skill of shutting the door after he's fallen behind early in a game. The Oilers are a roster that can claw back, sure, but they shouldn't be down so many goals to begin a game!
Knoblauch pulling Skinner against the Colorado Avalanche after a number of weak goals was the first time he's pulled his starter all season, despite numerous times where Skinner gave up goals.
It's understandable that the Oilers media wants to defend Stuart Skinner as a homegrown and local talent on a cheap contract, but he's not succeeding as the starting goalie.
Struggling so much against top 10 teams, it's looking more like a fluke he took them to the Cup Final instead of something that can be repeated.
The Oilers offence and defence are both performing at a top 10 level this season, but goaltending can barely crack the top 20. It's clear where the Oilers biggest weakness lies.
Hopefully the Oilers aren't taking advice from Louie DeBrusk, and can formulate a path forward to improve their crease before the trade deadline.
