The Pittsburgh Penguins are heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a good problem to have: a three-goalie dilemma. With Stuart Skinner, Arturs Silovs, and Sergei Murashov all showing they can handle the net this season, the question of who starts Game 1 is a pivotal one for the team's postseason hopes.

According to NHL analyst Josh Yohe of The Athletic, the likely answer is Stuart Skinner. While acknowledging there's "no right or wrong answer," Yohe points to Skinner's invaluable experience as the deciding factor. Skinner, who backstopped the Edmonton Oilers to consecutive Stanley Cup Finals, brings a proven playoff pedigree that's hard to overlook in a high-stakes environment.

Since joining the Penguins, Skinner has posted an 11-8-5 record. More importantly, his history of performing on hockey's biggest stage could give Pittsburgh a crucial edge, especially in what might be the final playoff run for the iconic core of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang.

However, Yohe also suggests that an extended playoff run might require contributions from the young Sergei Murashov, adding an intriguing layer to the Penguins' goaltending strategy. As the second-place team in the Metropolitan Division with a 40-22-16 record, Pittsburgh's choice in the crease will be one of the most watched decisions as they embark on their improbable postseason journey.