Calvin Pickard Faces AHL Reassignment Despite Professionalism

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Calvin Pickard is likely heading to the AHL's Bakersfield Condors despite his professional demeanor and reliable play. The Oilers are carrying three goalies (Pickard, Tristan Jarry, Connor Ingram), but cap space and the strong play of Jarry and Ingram necessitate a move. Pickard, on a team-friendly $1 million contract, is the expected odd man out due to Jarry and Ingram being younger and currently performing better, forming the desired tandem for the team.