Could Sergei Bobrovsky Be the Edmonton Oilers' Missing Piece?
With championship pressure mounting, the Edmonton Oilers have a potential Plan D: Sergei Bobrovsky. The team analyzes the likelihood of the star goalie joining in free agency.
The Edmonton Oilers are in a "Stanley Cup or Bust" era, and 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.
The ultimate contingency plan might be Sergei Bobrovsky, one of the best goalies of his generation. Currently, the crease belongs to Skinner, who has the contract and the confidence of the organization, but he is on a very short leash.
Skinner must prove he can backstop a championship team for 82 games and beyond after a rollercoaster postseason. Plan B, Connor Ingram, is a solid project but is currently developing in Bakersfield.
The time for patience is over.
Author's summary: Sergei Bobrovsky could be the missing piece for the Oilers.