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Skinner will start in the road net for Monday's Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals against the Panthers, Bob Stauffer of the Oilers Radio Network reports.

Skinner returns to the crease for his 11th consecutive start after what was a tough outing for the backstop in Game 2, allowing five goals for the first time in six starts. Since claiming the starting role back, the 26-year-old has rebounded from losses extremely well, posting shutouts in both his starts following defeats. He has combined to save 48 shots in those two contests, but he might have more of a workload to deal with against a Panthers team that averages just over 28 shots on goal per game.

Bobrovsky was the first goalie off the ice Monday and is slated to be between the pipes at home for Game 3 against the Oilers, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.

Despite giving up eight goals on 92 shots (.913 save percentage) through the opening two games of the Stanley Cup Finals, there was never really any question regarding who would defend the crease for the Panthers in Game 3. The Russian backstop has three shutouts in the playoffs and will hope to find that form heading into a crucial Game 3.

Skinner allowed five goals on 42 shots in Friday's 5-4 double-overtime loss to the Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Skinner had a 3-2 lead to work with after the first period, but he gave up two goals in the second. Corey Perry's late equalizer in the third forced overtime, but a second breakaway goal by Brad Marchand in the second extra session was enough to snap Skinner's five-game winning streak. The five goals allowed were also the most he's allowed since his last loss in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals versus the Stars. Skinner's strong play of late has earned him some leeway as the Oilers' starter, so it's likely he'll be back in goal for Game 3 on Monday in Florida.

Bobrovsky stopped 42 of 46 shots in Friday's 5-4 double-overtime win over the Oilers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Bobrovsky struggled in the first period, when he allowed three of the goals. The Panthers bounced back and held a lead, only for Corey Perry to score with 18 seconds left in regulation. Bobrovsky held firm in overtime and got the win when Brad Marchand scored 8:05 into the second extra session. With eight goals allowed on 92 shots over the last two games, Bobrovsky hasn't been at his best, but he did enough to send the Panthers home with the series tied at 1-1. He'll likely start again in Game 3 on Monday.

Bobrovsky is expected to start on the road against Edmonton in Game 2 on Friday, per Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site.

Bobrovsky stopped 42 of 46 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime defeat to Edmonton in Game 1. That was the first time he had surrendered four or more goals in a playoff outing since Game 3 of Florida's second-round series against Toronto on May 9. He has a 12-6 record, 2.17 GAA and .912 save percentage across 18 postseason outings this year. Edmonton has generated 4.06 goals per game in the 2025 playoffs.

Skinner will patrol the home crease versus Florida on Friday in Game 2, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Skinner turned aside 29 of 32 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime victory in Game 1. Skinner has won seven of his last eight playoff games, including all four at home, stopping 113 of 118 shots (.958 percentage) at Rogers Place. The Panthers are scoring 3.83 goals per game across 18 postseason games in 2025.

Bobrovsky stopped 42 of 46 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Oilers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Bobrovsky had a good performance, but he wasn't able to guide the Panthers to a win after they took a 3-1 lead early in the second period. It was a bit of misfortune late in overtime that completed the collapse, as Tomas Nosek's delay of game penalty put the Oilers on the power play, and Leon Draisaitl cashed in. Bobrovsky has allowed seven goals on 69 shots (.899 save percentage) over his last two games after going eight starts without allowing more than two tallies. Still, he's gotten the Panthers this far and figures to be between the pipes again for Game 2 on Friday.

Skinner stopped 29 of 32 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Panthers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Skinner and the Oilers found themselves down 3-1 early in the second period, but the 26-year-old netminder shut the door from there. Leon Draisaitl completed Edmonton's comeback on a power play late in overtime after Florida's Tomas Nosek was penalized for delay of game. Skinner has rattled off five straight wins, allowing a total of eight goals on 137 shots in that span, so he is dialed in at the right time. He's a virtual guarantee to be between the pipes Friday for Game 2.

Skinner will guard the cage at home for Game 1 versus the Panthers on Wednesday, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton.

Skinner will face off against Sergei Bobrovsky in a rematch of last season's Stanley Cup Finals. Over his last seven outings, the 26-year-old Skinner has recorded three shutouts while posting a 6-1 record and 1.41 GAA. Given his recent performances, Skinner should be given some leash if he puts up a disappointing performance, though Calvin Pickard is waiting for another opportunity and returning from injury.

Bobrovsky is expected to be in the crease on the road for Wednesday's Game 1 clash with Edmonton, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Bobrovsky has given up more than two goals in just one of his last nine appearances, posting a 7-2 record, 1.34 GAA and .944 save percentage. The veteran backstop will need to remain at an elite level to get past the star-studded Oilers and lift Lord Stanley's Cup for a second straight year. Barring an injury, Bobrovsky will be the starter for the Cats the rest of the way.