Smith stopped 23 of 26 shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

Smith was handed a 2-0 lead in the game's first seven minutes, but he allowed the next three goals, including Jack Eichel's game-winner 1:09 into overtime. If he wants to take a larger share of the workload away from Mikko Koskinen, these are the games Smith needs to win.

Smith will tend the twine versus Buffalo on the road Thursday, Jack Michaels of the Oilers Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith allowed one goal on seven shots in a relief appearances versus Calgary on Dec. 27 and will be making just his second start in the Oilers' last nine contests. While the veteran should still see the occasional start outside of back-to-backs, he is unlikely to reach the 40-game mark for the first time since 2015-16 when he was with Arizona.

Smith permitted one goal on seven shots in relief of Mikko Koskinen in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Smith wasn't expected to face his former team, but Koskinen's struggles made it necessary. Smith didn't get a result, so he'll stay at 7-9-2 with a 3.12 GAA and an .893 save percentage in 20 appearances. The 37-year-old will likely start Tuesday's game against the Rangers, but neither of the Oilers' goalies have been particularly skilled at getting wins in December.

Smith gave up four goals on 25 shots in a 5-2 loss to the Penguins on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith's struggles in December continued -- he's now gone 0-2-1 with 15 goals allowed over four appearances this month. For the year, the 37-year-old is at 7-9-2 with a 3.14 GAA and an .893 save percentage in 19 games this year. As Smith continues to decline, Mikko Koskinen has played fairly well and should be considered the more favorable of the two Oilers' goalies from a fantasy perspective.

Smith will tend the twine at home versus Pittsburgh on Friday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith is currently riding a four-game losing streak during which he's registered an 0-2-1 record and 4.63 GAA. Historically, the netminder has put up middling results against the Penguins, as he is 9-9-0 with a .914 save percentage in 19 matchups. Pittsburgh remains without captain Sidney Crosby (groin) and will also be missing two top-four blueliners in Brian Dumoulin (ankle) and Justin Schultz (lower body).

Smith gave up six goals on 26 shots in Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

It's been a struggle for Smith the last few weeks, as he came into the game with a 1-2-1 record along with a 3.93 GAA and .866 save percentage in his last five starts. His season stats were shifted to 7-7-2, adding a 2.88 GAA and .903 save percentage in 17 appearances. If struggles continue for Smith, coach Dave Tippett could elect to hand the starting role to Mikko Koskinen going forward.

Smith will guard the goal during Thursday's road game against the Wild, Jack Michaels of the Oilers Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith wasn't great in his last start Sunday against Buffalo, surrendering three goals on 22 shots en route to a 3-2 overtime loss. The veteran backstop will look to bounce back in a road clash with a Minnesota club that's 7-1-3 at home this year.

Smith allowed three goals on 22 shots in Sunday's 3-2 overtime loss to Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

Smith trailed 2-0 midway through the first period en route to his third consecutive loss. The 37-year-old has had a rough go of it since a stellar opening month and has watched the younger Mikko Koskinen emerged as Edmonton's most reliable netminder. Smith is 7-7-2 in 17 appearances with a 2.88 GAA and a .903 save percentage.

Smith will start between the pipes for Sunday's home game versus Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

Smith has been decent through 16 appearances this campaign, going 7-7-1 along with a 2.88 GAA and .905 save percentage. He'll face an average matchup as well Sunday, taking on a Sabres' offense that ranks 14th in goals per game this season (3.07).

Smith let in two goals on 13 shots in a 5-2 loss to the Senators on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith relieved Mikko Koskinen after the Senators' third goal. Smith hardly fared better than his teammate, as the Oilers were outplayed over the final two periods. The 37-year-old saw his GAA rise to 2.88 while his save percentage dipped to .905 through 16 appearances. It's unclear which goalie coach Dave Tippett will give the starting nod to for Friday's game against the Kings.