Edmonton Oilers Goalie Stuart Skinner Confirmed Out for 2024 Season, Return Expected in 2025
Edmonton Oilers fans were dealt a major blow today as team officials confirmed that starting goalie Stuart Skinner will miss the remainder of the 2024 NHL season due to a serious injury. Skinner, who has been a key figure in the Oilers’ crease this season, sustained a lower-body injury during a recent game and will require surgery to fully recover.
, the Oilers’ head physician, spoke to the media earlier this afternoon, outlining the extent of Skinner’s injury and his recovery timeline. “Stuart has unfortunately sustained a significant injury that will require surgical intervention,” said Dr. Harmon. “After thorough evaluation, it has been determined that his rehabilitation will take longer than initially expected. We anticipate that with proper treatment and recovery, he will be ready to return to full competition for the 2025 season.”
Skinner, 25, had emerged as a standout in goal for Edmonton following the departure of veteran goaltender Jack Campbell. With a .914 save percentage and a steady presence in net, Skinner had become a vital part of the Oilers’ playoff aspirations. His injury comes at a difficult time, as the team had been leaning on his strong performances to push for a postseason berth.
The Oilers now face a challenging situation as they will be without their top netminder for the rest of the season. Backup goalie options, including veteran netminder Mike Smith and 2024 call-up Dylan Ferguson, will need to step up to fill the void.
While the news is disappointing, there is hope that Skinner’s recovery will allow him to return at full strength in 2025. The Oilers will provide further updates as his rehabilitation progresses.
