Stuart Skinner’s 105th Win: A Moment Fans of the Edmonton Oilers Can Truly Feel

Stuart Skinner hitting 105 career wins as an Edmonton Oiler isn’t just another stat tucked into a box score. It’s one of those memorable moments when fans watching at home or in the building can stop and think, “Wow… he’s really doing it.” Skinner has been steadily building his place in the team’s history, and this win officially nudges him into the Oilers’ top five all-time in goalie victories. For someone who grew up in Edmonton and dreamt of moments like this, you can’t help but share in the pride.

Goaltender Royalty: Joining the Franchise’s Most Familiar Names

Once you see the list, the accomplishment hits even harder. Here are the top five winningest goalies in Oilers history:

Grant Fuhr — 226 wins
Bill Ranford — 167 wins
Tommy Salo — 147 wins
Andy Moog — 143 wins
Stuart Skinner — 105 wins

That’s not just a list—that’s the backbone of several eras of hockey in beautiful Oil Country. If you’ve been watching this team for any length of time, you’ve definitely cheered for at least one (if not all) of those first four names. Personally, I remember watching Fuhr and Moog (as teammates)—talk about being spoiled! And any long-time Oiler fan can recall what Ranford did in the 1990 Stanley Cup playoffs! Salo: Back-to-back seasons with 36 and 30 wins in early-2000. Now, seeing Skinner slide in right behind them feels like watching a new chapter click into place.

How He Got Here—One Steady Step at a Time in Edmonton’s Crease

Skinner didn’t rocket up the ranks with big marketing or loud declarations. He just… keeps showing up. Some nights have been more messy than others, some nights have been brilliant, and most have been the steady, reliable games the Oilers needed. Add in that unforgettable 11-game winning streak—the one good enough to make Grant Fuhr himself take notice—and you start to understand why he’s climbed to the No. 5 spot.

And let’s be honest: when Skinner settles into one of those calm, locked-in grooves, the whole team looks different. Fans feel it too. It’s the kind of presence that makes everything else a little bit easier.

Why This Matters in Edmonton

There’s something about goalies in Oil Country. Maybe it’s the history, or the passion, or the fact that Edmonton fans appreciate anyone willing to battle through tough stretches and come out stronger. Skinner fits that mold perfectly. He’s homegrown, humble, and has worked for every minute he’s earned. Fans connect with that—not because it’s flashy, but because it feels genuine.

What Comes Next?

Who knows how high he’ll climb on the list of winningest goalies in Oilers history. Skinner doesn’t need to chase anyone to make an impact—he’s already carved out a memorable place in Oilers history. But hitting 105 wins—in Edmonton’s crease—is one of those milestones that lingers, the kind fans remember when they look back on how this era of Oilers hockey took shape.

For now, it’s a moment worth celebrating. And it feels like the kind of moment we’ll be adding to later.