Real Kyper & Bourne Oilers' Goaltending Woes + Canes' Trade Targets
Feb 26, 2026
Aaron Ward, former NHL defenseman and three-time Stanley Cup champ turned analyst. Renaud Lavoie, TVA Sports insider and trade-deadline reporter. They dissect Edmonton’s post‑Olympic defensive and goaltending questions. They evaluate Montreal’s shifting trade priorities and the market for right‑shot defensemen. They outline Carolina’s deadline needs and potential veteran additions.
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Oilers Problems Run Deeper Than Goaltending
- The Edmonton Oilers' core problem is defensive structure, not only goaltending.
- Renaud Lavoie cites trading Brett Kulak and defensive lapses as reasons their results folded despite elite offence like Connor McDavid.
Don’t Buy A Goalie Without Fixing Defence
- Replacing a goalie alone won't fix Edmonton; you must address system and defensive personnel first.
- Lavoie warns available goalies (e.g., Bennington) might not change outcomes without defensive improvement.
Habs Strength Is Coaching And Details
- Montreal's upside comes from coaching and detail work rather than star netminding.
- Lavoie highlights Martin St. Louis's demanding approach and returning players like Alex Newhook to evaluate needs before deadline.