Tristan Jarry's rough Oilers debut draws fan backlash
Tristan Jarry allowed six goals on 23 shots in Edmonton's 6-5 overtime loss to Vancouver, posting a .739 save percentage. Vancouver scored three times in a span of 4:10 during the third period, and Jarry's goals saved above expected was minus-3.51. Fans criticized the performance, which came after Edmonton acquired him from Pittsburgh in a trade for Stuart Skinner last December.
Mike Babcock gave Tristan Jarry the opener after praising his offseason work and preseason form. Jarry then allowed six goals on 23 shots in Edmonton’s 6-5 overtime home loss to Vancouver, posting a .739 save percentage and minus-3.51 goals saved above expected. Vancouver’s Jonathan Lekkerimaki, Max Sasson and Elias Pettersson scored within a 4:10 third-period span.
Edmonton got Jarry from Pittsburgh last December in a deal involving Stuart Skinner. Across 19 games afterward, Jarry had a 3.86 GAA and .857 save percentage, was pulled repeatedly, including twice in three February games, and allowed four goals on eight shots in his only playoff appearance. Frederik Andersen was signed but injured, leaving Jarry and Devon Levi to compete.
The backlash could increase pressure on Jarry and Edmonton’s coaches, possibly affecting his confidence and the club’s goaltending choices. Fans and media may intensify scrutiny online, shaping how the trade and the Oilers’ season are perceived. Supporters’ early disappointment may dampen optimism around a high-stakes campaign, though one game is unlikely to define the longer term.