The Edmonton Oilers will rely on goaltender Stuart Skinner as they enter a crucial Game 6 of their second-round playoff series against the Vancouver Canucks. Skinner, who has a 5-3 record this postseason, will replace Calvin Pickard, who started Games 4 and 5. The Oilers face elimination if they lose Game 6, as the Canucks hold a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series. Skinner, who has been working on his mental game, is confident in his abilities and believes he can help the Oilers force a Game 7.
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The Edmonton Oilers stand on the cusp of securing their place in the second round of the NHL playoffs with a crucial Game 5 clash against the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night. The Oilers, holding a commanding 3-1 series lead, need just one more victory at Rogers Place to advance. Despite their success in Game 3 and 4, where they limited the Kings to a single goal, the Oilers are not taking their opponents lightly. Goaltender Stuart Skinner and defenseman Darnell Nurse emphasized the importance of being comfortable in high-stakes games and executing a strong defensive strategy.