The Edmonton Oilers' goalie situation is in flux

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By Michael Brown • Updated Nov 6, 2026 at 09:00

Podkolzin gets his punches in but Edmonton Oilers wind up on the canvas - Edmonton Journal — The Edmonton Oilers' goalie situation is in flux

The Edmonton Oilers have been struggling by health issues to their starting goalies. Connor McDavid's health is now a concern. Matt Tomkins has been brought back to start in goal after Evan Bouchard was sidelined due to a health issue. The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a major move in their goalie development strategy.

“The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a major move in their goalie development strategy,” — Chloe Radcliffe, policy watcher at Wraycroft Bridge Solutions, added during the briefing.

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