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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
What was up with the goalie stare down before Game 4? Panthers' Vanecek, Oilers' Pickard explain
It's not every day goaltender warmup routines become a story. But it certainly became one in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. As the teams took the ice pregame at Amerant Bank Arena on Thursday, Florida Panthers backup goaltender Vitek Vanecek locked eyes with Edmonton Oilers starter Stuart Skinner at the red line between the team's benches. Eventually, Edmonton's Calvin Pickard got in on the fun as well, making it a two-on-one stare down before they ultimately went their separate ways. So ... what exactly happened? 'I was just doing my routine,' Vanecek said, 'and then [Pickard] said 'if I want to go stretch with him.' I said 'no, I'm good, I like this side.'' Has this always been Vanecek's routine? 'It's a new one,' he said. 'For this series.' Pickard, who entered in relief for Skinner following the first period on Thursday, confirmed that's how things unfolded. 'It's nothing,' Pickard said. 'I just went over there asking, because he's just, I don't know, I think he's trying to get into [Skinner's] head. But it really wasn't anything. Obviously, the cameras, you can't hide out there. You guys are making it be a bit of a story, but I was just asking if he wanted to stretch next to me. He said, 'No.' I said, 'That's OK.'' Vanecek was able to appreciate how Pickard handled himself after being thrust into Game 4. Florida built a 3-0 lead against Skinner in the first period before Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch made the change. Pickard then went on to stop 22 of 23 shots he faced as Edmonton rallied to win 5-4 in overtime. 'It's always tough. He's an old guy, a lot of experience, and then he come into the game. He played great. I think that's something special for him.' Pickard will be back in net for Edmonton for Game 5 on Saturday at Edmonton's Rogers Place, with the best-of-7 series tied 2-2. Will another stare down ensue? 'I don't have much routine there,' Pickard said. 'I'll be probably facing our end.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Oilers not committing to starting goalie for Game 6 vs. Panthers
The post Oilers not committing to starting goalie for Game 6 vs. Panthers appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Edmonton Oilers are officially on the ropes after a disastrous performance in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers on Saturday night. Despite playing in front of their home crowd, the Oilers were never in the game as the Panthers raced to a 5-2 victory to move within one win of a repeat. Advertisement Before the game, Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch made a shocking change to the Edmonton lineup, inserting Calvin Pickard back in goal in place of Stuart Skinner. Pickard had a strong finish to Game 4 after coming in for Skinner in relief, but Game 5 did not go his way. Pickard allowed four goals on just 18 shots on Saturday night, making 14 saves in the process. He was pulled for an extra skater with about five minutes to go, but it wasn't enough to complete the comeback. After the game, Knoblauch would not commit to a starter for Tuesday's do-or-die Game 6 in Florida, via Gerry Moddejonge of 'That's a conversation with the staff, obviously our goaltending coach Dustin Schwartz, but with all the assistants and general manager to kind of weigh in with how everyone feels and what's best moving forward,' Knoblauch said. 'And it's not an easy decision.' Advertisement Statistically, there isn't much between Skinner and Pickard this postseason. Both are hovering right around an 89% save percentage and are giving up just a shade under three goals per game, so the stats make it hard to differentiate between the two. Skinner has had the higher highs in these playoffs, with three shutout performances. However, it's hard to argue with Pickard's 7-1 record, so Knoblauch and his staff have some tough decisions to make before Game 6. Regardless, the Oilers are still just two wins away from getting revenge on the Panthers and lifting the Stanley Cup. However, their margin for error is now completely gone, and they have to find a way to flip the script as the Panthers have been in control for a majority of the five games so far. Whether changing goaltenders or not helps that remains to be seen, but it will be an uphill climb for the Oilers regardless if they want to come back. Related: How Panthers' Brad Marchand had Oilers star 'feeling s****y' Related: Panthers' Sam Bennett reveals key to Game 5 masterpiece vs. Oilers
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Oilers vs Panthers: Stuart Skinner gets start as Oilers face elimination against Panthers in Game 6 of Stanley Cup Final
The Edmonton Oilers turned once again to Stuart Skinner as their starting goaltender as they look to avoid elimination against the Florida Panthers in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final in Sunrise, Florida on Tuesday night. Facing elimination, the Oilers trail the best-of-seven series 2-3. Skinner started the first four games of the Stanley Cup Final before being replaced by Calvin Pickard in Game 4. Pickard helped the Oilers to a win in that game but was in net for the Game 5 loss. 'Feeling good,' Skinner said after his team's morning skate. 'Definitely know that I have the confidence of my teammates and the coaching staff.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo Skinner, who has a 2.99 goals-against average and a .899 save percentage this postseason, started the first four games of the Final before being replaced by Calvin Pickard. He lost the starting job two games into the first round but regained it after Pickard was injured. Since then, he has had strong moments - most notably a stellar performance in the Western Conference Final against Dallas - as the Oilers continue their fight for the Cup. Live Events On defense, John Klingberg draws back into the lineup, while up front, Kasperi Kapanen returns, replacing Viktor Arvidsson. Head coach Kris Knoblauch and Oilers players have been quick to defend Skinner, stating he wasn't to blame for the team falling behind 3-0 in Game 4 'He was really good. It was us that let him down,' Leon Draisaitl said. 'He's had incredible games this year. There's just a trust factor that we know that he can get the job done for us.' "John's played some really good playoff hockey (and) there's not much hesitation to have him play," Knoblauch said. 'When (Kapanen is) dialed in, he's a really good hockey player. ... He brings a little of everything.' The Panthers are aiming to secure their second consecutive Stanley Cup title, with their first opportunity to clinch coming on home ice in Game 6.
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Oilers vs Panthers Game 6: Live Stream NHL Stanley Cup Finals, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Florida Panthers look to make it two straight Stanley Cup titles in a row as they face the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 on Tuesday night, and you can catch all the action with Sling. Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers scores a goal against Calvin Pickard #30 of the Edmonton Oilers in Game Five of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place on June 14, 2025 in... Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers scores a goal against Calvin Pickard #30 of the Edmonton Oilers in Game Five of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place on June 14, 2025 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. MoreHow to Watch Panthers vs Oilers - Game 6 Start Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Time: 8:00 PM ET TV Channel: TNT, truTV Live Stream: Sling (WATCH) The Panthers are one win away from reclaiming their throne at the top of the NHL mountain after beating the Oilers 5-2 in Game 5, taking a 3-2 series lead. Edmonton is not dead yet and has the firepower to force a Game 7, but it will take every bit of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to do so. Brad Marchand has been a revelation for Florida all postseason, but even more particularly in this series. He has scored six goals so far in the Stanley Cup Final, twice scoring two goals in a game. It is hard to say for sure, but it feels like the Panthers would not be in this position if not for acquiring the longtime Bruins star towards the end of the regular season. This is the time for arguably the best player in the world to step up. McDavid has to make his presence felt tonight, or his team will come up just short once again, which would sting even harder the second time around against the same team that knocked them out last year. This is a great Stanley Cup Finals matchup that you do not want to miss; tune into TNT with Sling to catch all the action. Live stream Panthers vs Oilers Stanley Cup Final with Sling: Start your subscription now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
CBC
3 days ago
- Sport
- CBC
Oilers look to stave off elimination in must-win Stanley Cup Game 6 against Panthers
Edmonton's Stuart Skinner is back to starting in goal for the Oilers as they look to stave off elimination in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup finals against the Panthers in Florida. Skinner started the first four games of the final before being replaced by Calvin Pickard, who won Game 4 after relieving Skinner but went on to start and lose in Game 5. Up 3-2, the Panthers are just one win away from being crowned champions for a second year in a row, having defeated Edmonton in seven games last year. If the Oilers could force a Game 7 again this year, they'd have the benefit of playing the winner-take-all game in Edmonton on Friday. Edmonton's quest for a sixth cup will be difficult but not impossible — eight teams in NHL history have overcome a 3-2 deficit in the finals to win the Stanley Cup.
