Tristan Jarry is set to make his debut as the starting goalie for the Edmonton Oilers during a home game against the New Jersey Devils. This matchup occurs on Tuesday night as forward Curtis Lazar celebrates his milestone 600th NHL game at Rogers Place.
Jarry’s Background and Performance
Tristan Jarry, 30, has played many games in Edmonton but primarily during his junior career with the WHL’s Edmonton Oil Kings from 2011 to 2015. Despite his frequent appearances in the city, Jarry has only made two starts at Rogers Place throughout his ten seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Current Season Statistics
- Five starts for the Oilers this season, all on the road.
- Record: 4 wins, 1 loss.
- Goals Against Average (GAA): 2.58.
- Save Percentage: .907.
- Shutouts: 1.
Overall, Jarry holds a combined record of 13 wins, 3 losses, and 2 overtime losses this season, featuring a GAA of 2.64 and a .909 save percentage with two shutouts to his name.
Recent Performance
In his last outing, Jarry delivered a stellar performance, stopping all 31 shots he faced in a 6-0 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. This was part of a successful weekend for the Oilers, who achieved back-to-back shutouts, including a 5-0 win against the St. Louis Blues.
Coaching Strategy
Oilers Head Coach Kris Knoblauch spoke about the current goaltending strategy, noting that the team is balancing the roles between Jarry and Connor Ingram. Jarry’s return from injury plays a significant part in this rotation, and the coaching staff feels confident with either goalie on the ice.
Team Composition
The Oilers will be adjusting their lineup for the game against the Devils. Currently, the team has three goalies on the roster: Jarry, Ingram, and Calvin Pickard. Notably, forward Kasperi Kapanen will be unavailable due to injury, leading the team to deploy 11 forwards and 7 defensemen, with Alec Regula stepping in as the seventh defenseman.
Overall, Tristan Jarry’s debut as the starting goalie at home against the New Jersey Devils is a highly anticipated event for the Oilers and their fans, especially as they aim to continue their strong performance this season.
