"One of the most bizarre goalies": Stuart Skinner silences critics with playoff calm as Edmonton Oilers fans celebrate cautiously
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Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner is rewriting his playoff script in the moment, making headlines behind the net during the NHL Playoffs. Following a bumpy beginning, Stuart Skinner's recent play has propelled the Edmonton Oilers and the fan base, including critics, into the spotlight.
Yet amidst all the accolades, there remains a spot, with lots of Oilers fans still a bit wary to accept the transformation as anything other than temporary.
Stuart Skinner's playoff resurgence brings mixed feelings to Edmonton Oilers supporters
What has changed since Skinner returned as Oilers' starter?
Stuart Skinner, who was once subjected to withering criticism following erratic performances in previous playoff runs, is now attracting a new type of attention, thanks to a series of solid games that have propelled the Edmonton Oilers further into the playoffs.
Once viewed as a liability between the pipes, Stuart Skinner's swift comeback has even opponents' fans lifting an eyebrow.
"Crazy how Edmonton started playing defense," commented a Reddit user, looking back on both Stuart Skinner's resurgence and the team's strengthened play in front of him. Another chimed in, "Yeah but stu def stole a few games for them that they prob would've lost against Dallas had he not played so well."
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But if there's one central theme that permeates the online fan conversation, it's caution.
"Hes one of the most bizarre goalies ive ever seen. Hes either unbeatable, or awful. Florida will be the toughest test though, lot of good shooters on that team." someone wrote.
"It's his system," another joked. "Play bad , get pulled , redemption. You get used to it."
Despite those jitters, there is increasing respect for Skinner's grit.
"Not crazy at all for anyone who's followed his career. He always has a slump after missing games but gets back to his usual self after a few. He also tends to play above his stature in big games. Just look at last season's playoffs and this year's. Pressure is good on him." That observation rang throughout the thread, as veteran fans of Skinner's career praised his resiliency after slumps.
And it's not all about shutting down pucks.
Some fans complimented Stuart Skinner's off-ice attitude as much as his stops. "Skinner gives some of the most honest and thoughtful answers in pro sports," one fan wrote, praising his down-to-earth, team-oriented attitude.
While the Oilers are set to take on a potent Florida Panthers offense in the Stanley Cup Final, Skinner is the one being watched. With shooters like Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk releasing from every possible corner, perhaps the greatest challenge lies ahead.
"Hes one of the most bizarre goalies ive ever seen. Hes either unbeatable, or awful. Florida will be the toughest test though, lot of good shooters on that team," a user warned.
While most are hopelessly optimistic, there's one place where sentiment is anything but: among Edmonton Oilers supporters.
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One thing is clear: Stuart Skinner has already altered the dynamic. Whether he can continue to perform against one of the league's most perilous offenses will establish both his name and Edmonton's championship aspirations. In the meantime, he's regained some credibility—and perhaps a touch of faith.
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