Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Stuart Skinner

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 26, 2026

Discover the career path of Stuart Skinner, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Stuart Skinner is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL. Drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in 2017, he played for them for parts of five seasons before being traded to Pittsburgh in 2025. Skinner is a prominent figure in professional hockey, showcasing his skills as a goaltender in one of the sport's premier leagues.

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March 18, 2016: Empty Net Goal

On March 18, 2016, Stuart Skinner, playing for the Lethbridge Hurricanes, scored an empty net goal against the Medicine Hat Tigers, becoming the only goaltender in franchise history and the seventh in WHL history to achieve this.

2017: Drafted by Edmonton Oilers

In 2017, Stuart Skinner was selected in the NHL entry draft by the Edmonton Oilers.

May 14, 2018: Signed with Edmonton Oilers

On May 14, 2018, Stuart Skinner signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers after being drafted.

2020: Oilers Roster

In 2020, Skinner remained on the Oilers roster to start the pandemic-delayed 2020–21 season.

January 31, 2021: NHL Debut and First Win

On January 31, 2021, Stuart Skinner made his NHL debut and achieved his first career start and win against the Ottawa Senators with an 8–5 victory.

2021: Split Season

During the 2021-22 season, Stuart Skinner split his time between the AHL and NHL.

February 14, 2022: First NHL Shutout

On February 14, 2022, Stuart Skinner recorded his first NHL shutout against the San Jose Sharks, making 20 saves in a 3-0 victory.

2022: Backup Goaltender

In 2022, Stuart Skinner was expected to be the backup to Jack Campbell.

January 19, 2023: NHL All-Star Selection

On January 19, 2023, Stuart Skinner was announced as one of the final three players of the Pacific Division voted into the 2023 NHL All-Star Game.

November 7, 2023: Campbell Waived

On November 7, 2023, Jack Campbell was waived by the Oilers, effectively making Skinner the starting goaltender.

January 23, 2024: Franchise Record

On January 23, 2024, Stuart Skinner recorded his 11th consecutive win, surpassing Grant Fuhr's franchise record of 10.

December 12, 2025: Traded to Pittsburgh Penguins

On December 12, 2025, Stuart Skinner was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins along with Brett Kulak and a 2029 second-round pick.

2025: Traded to Pittsburgh Penguins

In 2025, Stuart Skinner was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins of the NHL.

2029: Future Draft Pick

In 2029, The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired a second-round pick as part of a trade.

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