The Pittsburgh Penguins announced that goaltender Stuart Skinner will not participate in Sunday’s game against the Florida Panthers due to an upper-body injury. Skinner, who played the full game in a 6-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday, was absent for Saturday’s match against the Panthers.
Penguins’ Goaltending Situation
With Skinner sidelined, Arturs Silovs has been named the starting goaltender once again. In his previous outing on Saturday, Silovs stopped 19 of 23 shots, contributing to a decisive 9-4 victory over the Panthers. The Penguins have also added depth to their roster by recalling Taylor Gauthier from the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL.
Skinner’s Performance and Statistics
- Skinner has played 24 games with the Penguins.
- He holds a goals-against average of 2.99.
- His save percentage stands at .886.
- Skinner was acquired in December from the Edmonton Oilers.
Penguins’ Current Standings
As of Sunday, the Penguins boast a record of 39-22-16, placing them second in the Metropolitan Division. They hold a five-point advantage over the New York Islanders with only five games remaining in the regular season.
Upcoming Schedule
The Penguins’ schedule includes several critical matchups:
- Sunday: Home game against the Florida Panthers.
- Thursday: Away game versus the New Jersey Devils.
- Home-and-home series against the Washington Capitals.
- Final game: Away against the St. Louis Blues.
With the playoffs approaching, the Penguins will aim to solidify their standing and compete aggressively in the final weeks of the season.
