Oilers' goalie woes continue with injuries

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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 — Oilers' goalie woes continue with injuries

The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by injuries 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 illness. 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,” — Amara Sterling, senior market analyst at Cedarley Mere Financial, observed.

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Nov 4 — The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by injuries to their starting goalies....

Nov 6 — The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a ...

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