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Edmonton Journal
5 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
'This ends now': It's time for change in Edmonton Oilers nets, but what to do?
Article content The one big thing experts agree on when it comes to the goalie situation of the Edmonton Oilers is that it's time for change, even if that is for change itself. But in trying to make such a move, ESPN analyst Ray Ferraro said the Oilers are 'in a tough spot.' Article content On his Ray & Dregs podcast, Ferraro suggested there's no question that Florida's Sergei Bobrovsky was a better goalie in the 2025 Final than Edmonton's tandem of Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard. Article content Edmonton could try to sign veteran New Jersey goalie Jake Allen as an Unrestricted Free Agents, but there a few teams competing to sign him, Ferraro said. 'He's a free agent. How much money can you put into your (goalie) position? Because you need it so definitively in other places (on the Oilers roster). They're in a tough spot.' Anaheim's John Gibson is another name out there, Ferraro said, but will Anaheim be willing to retain cap space? 'That's an expensive trade both, I would think, in assets and in dollars. Like, they're in a tough spot there. But I think might even be in the place of change for change, is part of what they need to do. I don't think you can go back with the same goaltending… There would be an undercurrent all year with the same goaltending. And that's unfortunately, I mean, that's the nature of that bloody position, right?' Article content At the New York Post, columnist Larry Brooks said $10-million-per-year Bobrovsky was, in fact, the difference-maker in both Florida's 2024 and 2025 Cup wins. It's wise to spend on a goalie, Brooks said. 'There have been exceptions to the rule, but the notion that legit contenders can get by with middle-tier netminders has always been patently absurd. I'm not sure whether Edmonton GM Stan Bowman was more derelict in his duty by attempting to get by with a goaltending tandem of Stuart Skinner ($2.6M per) and Calvin Pickard ($1M) — 3.6 percent of the cap, whoop-de-do — or failing to match last summer's offer sheets to Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway. Unless McDavid has already decided that it is best for him and his family to leave Edmonton for perhaps a major market city in the East — and we all know we are talking about New York and Toronto — then the Oilers' ability to acquire a franchise-type goaltender surely will impact No. 97's decision whether to sign an extension.' Article content And Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman said on his 32 Thoughts podcast, 'I don't know if they're going to bring in another goalie to go with Skinner, or they're going to move on. But one thing I do believe is that they have to end the uncertainty. Like teams that win the Stanley Cup, you don't have as much turnover or upheaval in net the way Edmonton's had the last two years. And I could see McDavid and the organization saying, 'Enough of that. We have to end that one way or the other. Whatever you do, this ends now.'' My take 1. I don't want to see the Oilers trade Stuart Skinner, not with Skinner on a bargain contract of $2.6 million this season. But his save percentage has decreased three years in a row, from. 913 to .905 to .896, and he's always been a hot and cold goalie. He was inconsistent in the 2025 playoffs, cold against Los Angeles, hot against Vegas and Dallas, then cold against Florida. His playoff save percentages the last three years have been mediocre, .883, .901 and .889. Article content Skinner may have a break-out season where he puts his game together. But it's evident that to challenge for the Cup, the Oilers need a goalie who can challenge Skinner for the starting job. 2. Calvin Pickard, 33, had an OK .900 save percentage in the regular season, then went seven wins and one loss in the playoffs on an .886 save percentage. He's a good back-up goalie, but he's not likely the guy to lead Edmonton to the Stanley Cup in the playoffs. I agree with Brooks that Bobrovsky has been Florida's best player in the Finals two years running. He stole two wins for the Panthers in 2024 and was the better goalie in Game 7 as well. He was the better goalie in at least four out of the six games this Stanley Cup Final. 3. All that said, OIlers GM Stan Bowman truly is in a tough spot here. First, there's limited cap space on the Oilers to pay a goalie. There's also a limited number of goalies available just now. Third, goalies really are voodoo, as Bowman has suggested, with Skinner and Pickard outplaying much more highly-paid and highly-rated goalies in VGK's Adin Hill and Dallas' Jake Oetteringer in the playoffs this year. Article content 4 It may well be that change for change's sake is needed here. The Oilers have rolled the dice with Skinner and Pickard twice and had some success, but not ultimate success. If a starter is available, possibly in a trade for Viktor Arvidsson, Bowman should think hard before pulling the trigger, but also think hard before rejecting the notion. 5. I fear things could get ugly if the Oilers stick with Skinner and Pickard, and the teams continue to get inconsistent goaltending. Why not mix it up? Pickard could be kept on as a goalie in Bakersfield in case of injury, or in case either of the other goalies flops. Latest National Stories
India.com
13-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
WTC Final, AUS vs SA: Aiden Markram Creates History, Becomes First-Ever South African Batter To...
Aiden Markram on Friday created history by becoming the first-ever South African batter to score a century in an ICC tournament Final. Markram achieved this massive feat for South Africa on Day 3 of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final against Australia at Lord's, London on June 13. The 30-year-old Markram showcased his class against a quality Australian bowling lineup with his eighth Test century at the biggest stage. Markram along with skipper Temba Bavuma have taken South Africa closer to victory in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia. First Players To Smash Century For A Team In ICC Tournament Final West Indies - Clive Lloyd - 102 vs AUS, Lord's, 1975 Sri Lanka - Aravinda de Silva - 107* vs AUS, Lahore, 1996 India - Sourav Ganguly - 117 vs NZ, Nairobi, 2000 New Zealand - Chris Cairns - 102* vs IND, Nairobi, 2000 Australia - Ricky Ponting - 140* vs IND, Johannesburg, 2003 England - Marcus Trescothick - 104 vs WI, The Oval, 2004 Pakistan - Fakhar Zaman - 114 vs IND, The Oval, 2017 South Africa - Aiden Markram - 102* vs AUS, Lord's, 2025 Meanwhile, Markram also became the fourth batter after Jacques Kallis (113* against Sri Lanka in the 1998 ICC Knockout semifinal against SL), Herschelle Gibbs (116* against India in CT 2002 semifinals), and David Miller (101 against Australia in the World Cup 2023 semifinal) to hit a century for South Africa in ICC knockout matches. South Africa On Cusp Of History South Africa were 213/2 at stumps on Day 3, with opener Aiden Markram (102 not out) and skipper Temba Bavuma (65 not out) at the crease and a further 69 runs required for victory against Australia in the World Test Championship (WTC) final. The pair of Markram and Bavuma have batted superbly so far. Markram showed his class with his eighth Test century while Bavuma played the perfect support role despite being badly hampered by a dodgy hamstring. Earlier, South Africa dismissed Australia for 207 in their second innings during the opening session, with Mitchell Starc (58 not out) catapulting the Aussies towards a lead of 300 following an enterprising partnership of 59 for the 10th wicket with Josh Hazlewood (17). South Africa XI: 1. Aiden Markram, 2. Ryan Rickelton, 3. Wiaan Mulder, 4. Temba Bavuma (c), 5. Tristan Stubbs, 6. David Bedingham, 7. Kyle Verreynne (wk), 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Keshav Maharaj, 10. Kagiso Rabada, 11. Lungi Ngidi Australia XI: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Marnus Labuschagne, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Beau Webster, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood
India.com
13-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Bad News For Australia In WTC Final ! Steve Smith Leaves Field In Pain After Hurting Finger
In a major blow for Australia, star batter Steve Smith hurt his finger when attempting a catch on the third day of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final against South Africa at Lord's on Friday, June 13. Smith was standing in close at slip with a helmet on when Temba Bavuma edged one into the cordon off pacer Mitchell Starc and he grassed the chance with South Africa captain on just two at the time. The drop was further heightened with Smith hurting his finger and having to leave the ground to receive treatment. The Australia veteran was later sent to hospital for scans. Cricket Australia (CA) confirmed that Smith has suffered a compound dislocation of his right little finger "Steve Smith has suffered a compound dislocation of his right little finger while fielding in the slip cordon during the ICC Men's World Test Championship Final against South Africa at Lord's," said Cricket Australia "He was assessed by Australian team medical staff at the ground and taken to hospital for x-rays and further treatment," he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Meanwhile, the stage is set for a thrilling finish in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final with both South Africa and Australia harbouring ambitions of victory at the Home of Cricket. South Africa are chasing a target of 282 for victory in the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord's. After losing the wickets of Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder, the duo of Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma have looked in fine touch and put South Africa in control in the run chase with scoring fifties respectively. South Africa Playing XI: 1. Aiden Markram, 2. Ryan Rickelton, 3. Wiaan Mulder, 4. Temba Bavuma (c), 5. Tristan Stubbs, 6. David Bedingham, 7. Kyle Verreynne (wk), 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Keshav Maharaj, 10. Kagiso Rabada, 11. Lungi Ngidi Australia Playing XI: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Marnus Labuschagne, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Beau Webster, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood
India.com
11-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Australia vs South Africa WTC 2025 Final LIVE Streaming Details: Timings, Telecast Date, when and where to watch
Australia captain Pat Cummins at a training session at Lord's. (Source: X) Pat Cummins-led Australian side will look to create history as they take on South Africa in the World Test Championships (WTC) 2025 final beginning at Lord's in London on Wednesday. Australia are aiming to become the first team to defend their title and first to win the WTC crown two times. Team India were the finalist in the last two WTC final but they lost to New Zealand and Australia respectively. South Africa, on the other hand, are making their maiden appearance in the WTC final – having booked their spot on the back of six successive Test wins. Australians will have a new-look opening pair with Marnus Labuschagne set to partner Usman Khawaja at the top, in place of young Sam Konstas. With all-rounder Cameron Green regaining his fitness, he will take Labuschagne's number three position. Pacer Scott Boland will be missing out on his second successive WTC final appearance with the Aussies choosing Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood to partner captain Cummins. Temba Bavuma's SA team, on the other hand, have decided to pick Lungi Ngidi over Dane Paterson although the RCB pacer has only made a couple of appearance in Test cricket in the last one year due to injury. All-rounder Wiaan Mulder will be batting at the unfamiliar number three position for the Proteas. 🗣 'It's the highlight of my career!' Will #TembaBavuma & Co. end South Africa's 27-year-long wait for an ICC title? 🤔#WTCFinal #SAvAUS 👉 Day 1 | WED, 11th JUN, 2 PM on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi & JioHotstar — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) June 11, 2025 Here are all the details about AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match… When is AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match going to take place? The AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match will take place from Wednesday, June 11 onwards. Where is AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match going to take place? The AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match will be held at the Lord's Stadium in London. What time will AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match start? The AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match Day 1 will begin at 3pm IST. The toss for the match will be held at 230pm. Where can I watch AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match on TV in India? The AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match will be available LIVE on TV on Star Sports network channels in India. How can I watch livestreaming of AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match in India? The AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match will be available for livestreaming on JioHotstar website and app. AUS vs SA WTC 2025 Final match Playing 11 Australia: Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickleton, Wiaan Mulder, Temba Bavuma (c), Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
NDTV
10-06-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Kagiso Rabada To Be Sledged Over Drug Ban During WTC 2025 Final? Pat Cummins' Blunt Reply
Australian cricket team skipper Pat Cummins said that he will be 'surprised' if South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada is sledged over his recent one-month drug ban during the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 Final. Rabada missed a major chunk of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 after testing positive for a recreational drug. He did play a few matches for Gujarat Titans but his performances were quite disappointing. Cummins was asked whether the Australia cricketers will be sledging the pacer over the incident and he had a clear answer that put all the doubts to rest. 'It's not really our style," Cummins told The Guardian. 'I'd be surprised if that came up." As Australia prepares for a shot at winning back-to-back World Test Championship (WTC) titles, skipper Pat Cummins believes it's not just individual brilliance but collective resilience that has defined his side's success over the last two years. With the final set to take place at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground against South Africa, Cummins is clear-eyed about what's brought his team this far: trust, composure, and a belief in shared responsibility. 'It takes a whole army really,' Cummins told acknowledging the efforts of not just the 15-plus players who have featured in this WTC cycle, but also the backroom staff. 'There's a real trust and calmness in the group that comes from having success over the last couple of years.' "You need players across different conditions, different injuries, and the pleasing thing as well is we've had quite a few debutants in this cycle who have stepped up and really made a name for themselves. There's a real trust and calmness in the group that comes from having success over the last couple of years. The Christchurch victory, with Alex Carey getting 98 not out, we had no right to win that match, but we found a way. And last summer, the MCG was one of the great Test matches – late on day five, out of nowhere, we found a way of winning. "When the moments get tense yeah there's a real want for players to stand up and a real trust from others that they will."
