The Oilers have leaned on Jarry since Devon Levi suffered a lower-body injury two weeks ago, but they will turn to Matt Tomkins on Thursday, as Jarry is battling an illness. The 31-year-old Jarry will still serve as the backup. He has a 2.57 GAA and .902 SV% in eight games (4-1-3).
The Oilers have leaned on Tristan Jarry since Devon Levi (lower body) was injured, but they will turn to Tomkins on Thursday. The 32-year-old Tomkins has limited NHL experience, but was excellent in his only outing this season, saving 27 of 28 shots (.964 SV%) in a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers. The Oilers enter Thursday's contest as -180 home favourites against an Anaheim Ducks team that has scored five or more goals in five straight games (3-1-1).
The Oilers have leaned on Tristan Jarry since Devon Levi (lower body) was injured, but they will turn to Tomkins on Thursday. The 32-year-old Tomkins has limited NHL experience, but was excellent in his only outing this season, saving 27 of 28 shots (.964 SV%) in a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers. The Oilers enter Thursday's contest as -180 home favourites against an Anaheim Ducks team that has scored five or more goals in five straight games (3-1-1).
Howard did not play on Sunday after suffering a lower-body injury the day before and will be sidelined for the foreseeable future. The 22-year-old Howard is averaging 8:53 time-on-ice and has three points (1G / 2A) in 13 games this season.
Devon Levi was running away with the starting gig for the Oilers, but suffered a multi-week injury, opening the door for Jarry, who has excelled in his most recent opportunity. The 31-year-old Jarry has stopped 42 consecutive shots and recorded shutouts in his last two games. He has a 2.53 GAA and a .901 SV% in seven games this season (4-1-2). The Oilers enter Tuesday's contest as +138 road underdogs against a surging New Jersey Devils team that is 5-1-0 in their past six games.
Jake Walman will return to Edmonton's lineup on Tuesday, sending Emberson to the press box as a healthy scratch. The 26-year-old Emberson is averaging 12:13 time-on-ice, recording one assist, 11 blocks, and 15 hits in 13 games.
Walman has struggled this season and battled some injuries, but will return to the lineup on Tuesday. The 30-year-old defenseman is averaging 14:45 time-on-ice, recording one assist and a -7 plus/minus in nine games. Ty Emberson will be a healthy scratch to accommodate Walman's return.
Trent Frederic will be a healthy scratch on Tuesday, allowing Jones to re-enter the lineup. The 28-year-old Jones is averaging 10:04 time-on-ice, recording zero points, a -4 plus/minus, and 14 hits in six games.
Max Jones will re-enter Edmonton's lineup on Tuesday, resulting in Frederic being a healthy scratch. The 28-year-old Frederic is averaging 9:35 time-on-ice, recording one goal, 18 penalty minutes, and 31 hits in 14 games.
With Devon Levi (undisclosed) still expected to miss some time, the Oilers will continue to lean on Jarry. The 31-year-old Jarry has impressed as Edmonton's de facto starting goalie, highlighted by his most recent outing, when he saved all 24 shots he faced in a 4-0 shutout win over the Calgary Flames. Jarry has a 2.95 GAA and an .889 SV% in six games this season (3-1-2).
With Devon Levi (undisclosed) still expected to miss some time, the Oilers will continue to lean on Jarry. The 31-year-old Jarry was serviceable in his most recent outing, stopping 25 of 28 shots (.893 SV%), but fell short in a 4-3 shootout loss to the Detroit Red Wings. He has an ugly 3.53 GAA and .868 SV% in five games this season (2-1-2). The Oilers enter Wednesday's contest as -180 home favourites against a Calgary Flames team on a four-game winning streak.
Hyman exited Edmonton's previous game after only 8:25 time-on-ice with an upper-body injury. It is unclear how long he will be sidelined for, but he will miss at least three more games before he is eligible to be activated from Injured Reserve. The 34-year-old Hyman has battled injuries lately, missing 24 games last season, and already missing six of 12 this season.
Ekholm's head hit the ice hard after a hit in a scary incident in last Thursday's game, but he could return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Calgary Flames. The 36-year-old Swedish defenseman is averaging 21:01 time-on-ice, recording three points (1G / 2A) and a +15 plus/minus through 10 games.
Trent Frederic will return to Edmonton's lineup on Monday, sending Hallander to the sidelines as a healthy scratch. The 26-year-old Hallander has provided some complimentary offense in a bottom-six role, scoring three points (1G / 2A) in eight games this season.
