Stuart Skinner wins March Rookie of the Month

Stuart Skinner, the young goaltender for the Edmonton Oilers, has been named the NHL's Rookie of the Month for March 2023. This is a major accomplishment for Skinner, who has only been playing in the NHL for a few months. Skinner was also named to the NHL All-Star Game this year, and has surpassed Jack Campbell as the team’s number one goalie heading into the playoffs.

Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner wins the NHL’s March Rookie of the Month

Skinner was selected by the Oilers in the third round of the 2017 NHL draft. He spent most of his first few years in the Oilers' system, playing in the AHL and ECHL, honing his skills and developing his game. He finally got his chance to play in the NHL in 2021. After a year of flipping between the AHL and the NHL, has exploded onto the scene this year with a .911 save percentage.

Stuart Skinner made the most of his opportunity, putting up impressive numbers last month. He started twelve games in March, winning 10 of them and posting a save percentage of .908. He also recorded one shutout against the Los Angeles Kings and set the Edmonton Oilers’ record for goalie wins in a single month.

Stuart Skinner's performance in March was a major factor in the Oilers' success that month. The team went 13-2-1 in March, climbing up the standings and solidifying their playoff position. Skinner's strong play in net gave the team the confidence they needed to win close games and pull out victories in tough situations. The Oilers currently sit in second place in the Pacific Division and have a real shot at overtaking the Vegas Golden Knights at season’s end.

Stuart Skinner's success in March was a result of his hard work and dedication to his craft. He has always been a talented goaltender, but he has worked tirelessly to improve his game and develop his skills. His work ethic and commitment to excellence have been recognized by his teammates and coaches, who have praised him for his professionalism and determination.

Stuart Skinner's success in March is just the beginning for this young goaltender. He has the potential to be one of the best goaltenders in the NHL, and his strong performances this month are a sign of things to come. Oilers fans can look forward to many more exciting moments from Skinner in the years to come as he continues to develop his game and establish himself as a star in the NHL.