Edmonton Oilers scramble to fix their NHL-worst save percentage as playoff hopes hang in the balance. Is league-average goaltending enough to turn their season around? Nick Zararis breaks down the Oilers’ urgent search for answers between the pipes, spotlighting Stuart Skinner’s struggles and realistic goalie trade targets like Mikey DiPietro, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, and Devon Levi. 

The conversation uncovers why acquiring fair value in the goalie market is so difficult and how looming deadlines could complicate a mid-season rescue. Key discussion points include the impact of inconsistent goaltending on Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Evan Bouchard’s championship window, plus the challenge of moving big contracts like Darnell Nurse. Will the Oilers secure a dependable netminder before desperation drives the price even higher? Find out what needs to happen for Edmonton’s fortunes to shift and keep their playoff dreams alive. 

03:37 "Goalie Carousel and Decisions" 

08:45 "Skinner's Struggles and Oilers' Goalie Woes" 

11:22 Oilers' Goaltending Trade Dilemma 

14:43 D. Pietro’s NHL Path Blocked 

17:45 Oilers' Goalie Dilemma Analyzed 

23:06 Oilers' Goalie Decisions Scrutinized 

25:34 Oilers Need Reliability, Not Luxury 

27:51 "Locked On Oilers Wrap-Up" 

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