Oilers’ Risky Move: Starting Cal Pickard in Game 4 Sparks Controversy

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The Edmonton Oilers’ surprising choice to start Cal Pickard in Game 4 against the Canucks has left fans divided.

[Frank Seravalli] Sources: Oilers plan to start Cal Pickard against Canucks in Game 4 on Tuesday night. Oilers look to even up the series with Pickard backstopping them in what would be his first career Stanley Cup playoff start.
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Summary

  • Cal Pickard’s playoff debut sparks speculation among fans.
  • Some fans criticize the decision, calling for Jack Campbell instead.
  • Fans express concerns for Stuart Skinner and Skinner’s performance.
  • Optimism and skepticism surround Pickard’s playoff debut.

    • Yamcha_is_dead

    A Silovs-Pickard duel in the second round, as we all predicted before this season.

    bsaures

    Start Jack Campbell you cowards.

    CopaceticVindication

    That is a tough look for skinner.

    PasswordMustContain

    Need to change something up. Pickard probably can’t be any worse than stu skinner.

    Woooooody

    So he’s either going to crumble under the pressure and let in 8 or get a shutout.

    ResponsibleMistake33

    The best Cal P in the league.

    The decision to start Cal Pickard creates a buzz among hockey fans as they ponder the outcome and implications for the Oilers’ playoff run. While some express skepticism, others see this as an opportunity for Pickard to shine on the big stage. It’s a high-stakes gamble that has ignited a wave of reactions across the hockey community.