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Oilers' Goalie Crisis: Levi Injured, Jarry Falters
27 Oct
Summary
- Devon Levi's strong start is halted by an undisclosed injury.
- Tristan Jarry has struggled, allowing many goals in recent games.
- The Oilers' high-scoring offense is undermined by defensive struggles.
The Edmonton Oilers are grappling with a persistent goaltending crisis, a problem that has plagued them for several seasons. In the current 2026-2027 season, rookie Devon Levi emerged as a beacon of hope, securing six wins in his first seven NHL games. However, an undisclosed injury has sidelined him, raising concerns about the team's stability.
Tristan Jarry, originally slated as the starter, has struggled significantly. In just five games, he has allowed 18 goals, including six goals against in his most recent outing on October 24th. This poor performance has led the Oilers to call up Matt Tomkins from the AHL.
The team's defensive struggles are also a major concern, as they have allowed 43 goals in 12 games, while their penalty kill operates at a low 68.8 percent. With key defenseman Mattias Ekholm sidelined and Zach Hyman recently injured, puck and player management will be crucial.
Past seasons have seen similar goaltending issues, including the struggles of Jack Campbell and the inconsistent play of Stuart Skinner. The Oilers entered this season hoping for a solid goaltending tandem, but injuries and underperformance continue to challenge their Stanley Cup aspirations, despite their league-leading offense.
