

It Must Have Been the Ice Cream
10 snips Jun 7, 2025
Stuart Skinner, the calm and communicative goaltender for the Edmonton Oilers, joins to discuss the pressures of playing in high-stakes games. He shares insights on maintaining focus amidst chaos and the grounding techniques that help him excel. The conversation delves into the dynamics of the current playoff series and the emotional rollercoaster of being a goaltender. Skinner also reflects on balancing personal and professional life, revealing how family support underpins his resilience in the sport.
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Epic Stanley Cup Final Battles
- The Stanley Cup Final is living up to expectations with intense, back-and-forth games.
- The series features relentless effort and momentum shifts, indicating teams are evenly matched and deeply competitive.
Marchand's Epic Shorthanded Goal
- Brad Marchand scored a decisive shorthanded goal in double overtime that echoes a similar goal 14 years ago.
- Roberto Luongo, now part of Florida's management, called Marchand his favorite player, marking a full circle moment.
DeBoer’s Exit Linked to Player Rift
- Pete DeBoer's tough coaching style led to a broken relationship with Dallas Stars players after how they felt goalie Ottinger was treated.
- Despite his successful record, this friction likely marked the end of his tenure with the Stars.