The Edmonton Oilers made a pivotal adjustment in goal for their playoff showdown against the Vegas Golden Knights, swapping Calvin Pickard for Stuart Skinner ahead of Game 3. Pickard's recent performance earned him a starting role, highlighted by a strong showing in Game 2, where he saved 28 shots in a nail-biting 5-4 overtime victory. However, his discomfort during the final period raised concerns, prompting Coach Kris Knoblauch to make the change.

Skinner, who previously led the team in regular-season play, now steps back into the crease after a successful stretch for the Oilers with Pickard in net, where they achieved six consecutive victories. The decision aims to bolster Edmonton's chances of maintaining momentum in the series.