Four NHL goalies the Edmonton Oilers could be interested in if they want to improve in net
The Edmonton Oilers have started the 2024-25 season slowly struggling in both offensive production and goaltending.
Despite optimism based on last year's turnaround after a poor start, these early difficulties are concerning for a team with high expectations.
Some Oilers newcomers like Viktor Arvidsson et Jeff Skinner have shown promise but the goaltending situation has been particularly problematic. Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard have not delivered the performances needed to stabilize the team. As a result, speculation has emerged about the Oilers potentially pursuing goaltending upgrades via trade.
Several goalies have been floated as potential options:
1. John Gibson (Anaheim Ducks) / A long-standing trade candidate, Gibson brings experience but carries a hefty $6.4 million cap hit, which could complicate a deal for the Oilers until closer to the 2025 trade deadline.
2. Filip Gustavsson (Minnesota Wild) / Gustavsson, with a $3.75 million cap hit, offers more affordability. His strong play and potential as a long-term solution could make him an attractive target for Edmonton.
3. Arturs Silovs or Kevin Lankinen (Vancouver Canucks) / Both goalies are seen as cost-effective solutions. Lankinen, on a one-year deal, is considered the more likely trade candidate.
The Oilers may not be in full panic mode yet but they really need to improve overall If they want to find the path to win.
Source: The Hockey Writers
3 Goaltenders Oilers Could Acquire After Sluggish Start by Current Tandem
| POLL | ||
Who would you choose between these goalies? | ||
| Filip Gustavsson | 54 | 22.5 % |
| Artur Silovs | 107 | 44.6 % |
| Kevin Lankinen | 27 | 11.3 % |
| John Gibson | 52 | 21.7 % |
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