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Oilers' New Goalie Jarry Injured After Trade
22 Dec
Summary
- Penguins acquired Stuart Skinner from the Oilers last week.
- Jarry sustained a lower-body injury while sliding in the crease.
- Both backup goalies, Pickard and Ingram, will likely see playing time.
Shortly after being acquired by the Pittsburgh Penguins in a trade last week involving goalie Stuart Skinner, Jarry has been sidelined due to an injury. The goaltender appeared to sustain a lower-body issue during a simple sliding motion within the crease, raising immediate concerns about the team's goaltending depth.
The exact duration of Jarry's absence remains to be determined, but the team is preparing for him to miss some time. This unforeseen development places immediate pressure on the backup goaltending situation. Both Calvin Pickard, already on the NHL roster, and recently called-up Connor Ingram from the AHL are expected to share crease duties.
This period marks a critical juncture for the Penguins' goaltending. Neither Pickard nor Ingram has demonstrated strong performance this season, suggesting that the team will adopt a 'hot hand' approach to manage games during Jarry's recovery. The team's success will hinge on their ability to stabilize their goaltending amidst this challenging situation.
