Oilers Coach Kris Knoblauch Undecided on Game 4 Goalie After 6-1 Stanley Cup Loss

Following a 6-1 blowout loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 3 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch is considering a change in goal for Game 4, though he has not yet decided between starting Stuart Skinner or Calvin Pickard. Skinner was pulled early in the third period after allowing five goals on 23 shots, but Knoblauch emphasized that the team's overall breakdown contributed significantly to the loss and did not place full blame on Skinner. Earlier in the playoffs, Pickard took over as starter after Skinner struggled in the first round and helped the Oilers rally to advance, but an injury forced Skinner back into the net where he performed strongly until the finals. Skinner has had a tougher time in the Stanley Cup Final, posting a .866 save percentage and 3.74 goals against average while going 1-2 in the series. Knoblauch plans to announce the goaltender choice before Game 4 and acknowledges both goalies as viable options to spark a comeback against the reigning champions. The Oilers are currently trailing the series 2-1, facing pressure to adjust their lineup and improve performance to stay competitive.