Could Sergei Bobrovsky Be the Edmonton Oilers' Missing Piece?
With championship pressure mounting, the Edmonton Oilers have a potential Plan D: Sergei Bobrovsky. We analyze the likelihood of the star goalie joining in free agency.
The time for patience is over for the Edmonton Oilers, as they are in a "Stanley Cup or Bust" era. Every decision is viewed through that lens.
The front office is publicly committed to giving Stuart Skinner the opportunity to be the undisputed number one, but they have contingencies. One of the ultimate contingency plans might be Sergei Bobrovsky, one of the best goalies of his generation.
Currently, Stuart Skinner owns the crease, with the contract and confidence of the organization, but he is on a short leash. After a rollercoaster postseason, this is his year to prove he can backstop a championship team for 82 games and beyond.
Plan B, Connor Ingram, is a solid project, but is currently developing in Bakersfield.
Let’s be clear: for the Edmonton Oilers, the time for patience is over. This is a “Stanley Cup or Bust” era, and every decision is viewed through that lens.
Author's summary: Sergei Bobrovsky might join the Oilers.