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Ask The Staff-Oilers Post Season

By Devon Hladunewich

Apr 29, 2022; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Edmonton Oilers celebrate a goal by defensemen Tyson Barrie (22) during the third period against Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 29, 2022; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Edmonton Oilers celebrate a goal by defensemen Tyson Barrie (22) during the third period against Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Edmonton Oilers Goalie Mike Smith
Apr 16, 2022; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Mike Smith (41) makes a save during warmup against the Vegas Golden Knights at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports /

Who will be the starting goalie game 1, will they be the starter the whole playoffs?

Phil Gretzky:

Mike Smith and Mike Smith.  He has more experience in the playoffs then Koskinen and a far superior track record.  But, that being said, I could see them going to Koskinen as well at some point considering how hot he was at the end of the season.

Sean Mallon:

Mike Smith is the clear cut starter at this point. If his body holds up, that doesn’t change. If he gets hurt, the playoff run likely ends

Lane Golden:

Mike Smith will be the starting goalie for the entire playoffs. The organization has immense faith in him and they have shown that time and time again.

Devon Hladunewich:

I think Smith will start game 1 as he is on fire right now and his puck moving skills will be very helpful against the forecheck of the Kings. I think if he will be the starter the whole way unless he has 2 back to back bad games. If he does Koskinen will get the chance to take over.

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