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The Edmonton Oilers will be without winger Isaac Howard for the next couple of weeks, head coach Mike Babcock revealed Tuesday. Howard, 22, was injured early in Saturday’s matinee against the New York Islanders, when, just 2:22 into the game, he went knee-on-knee with Emil Heineman.

Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / November 3

Oilers coach: F Isaac Howard out 'a couple weeks'

Edmonton Oilers forward Isaac Howard will miss "a couple weeks" with an injury sustained in Saturday's victory against the New York Islanders, head coach Mike Babcock said Tuesday.

Isaac Howard News / Daily Faceoff / November 3

Oilers’ Howard out week-to-week with lower-body injury

A young up-and-comer is going to miss an extended period of time. When speaking to the media on Tuesday, Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock revealed that forward Isaac Howard is considered week-to-week with a lower-body injury.

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Isaac Howard's slow start is bringing an uncomfortable Shane Wright comparison into focus

It has been quite the rocky four years for Shane Wright. Midway through 2022, he seemed to be the runaway favorite to be picked first overall by the Montreal Canadiens.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / November 1

Oilers Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Nugent-Hopkins Milestone Watch, Howard’s Injury, Walman Scratched, & More

The Edmonton Oilers continue stacking up the wins. They are 10-2-2 on the young season and have five of a possible six points in their last three games.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 31

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scores two, Tristan Jarry’s back-to-back shutouts, and the Oilers lose Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers kicked off their three-game road trip with a matinee against the New York Islanders on Saturday, and with Rangers on deck just over 24 hours later, it was important to get things started on the right foot.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 31

Babcock: Injury to Oilers’ Isaac Howard ‘not as serious as first thought’

Those concerned about Edmonton Oilers winger Isaac Howard can breathe a slight sigh of relief, as after a scary knee-on-knee collision Saturday, head coach Mike Babcock offered a promising update.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 31

Islanders’ Emil Heineman ejected after hit on Oilers’ Isaac Howard

New York Islanders forward Emil Heineman was ejected from his team’s game on Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers after receiving a five-minute major penalty

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Isaac Howard Deserves a Bigger Opportunity With the Oilers

Isaac Howard‘s first goal of the season against the Detroit Red Wings offered another glimpse of the offensive potential he brings to the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 24

Isaac Howard landing spots after being named Oilers trade candidate

The Edmonton Oilers are flying high early in the 2026-27 NHL season. Edmonton has won eight of its first 10 games. They look like a strong Stanley Cup contender early on, especially with captain Connor McDavid on a generational run to begin the year.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 22

Mike Babcock’s advice to Isaac Howard: ‘Don’t let any coach decide where you’re going’

This may not have been the start that Isaac Howard envisioned when beginning the 2026-27 season with the Edmonton Oilers. While the team’s overall success is visible with a 7-1-1 record, the Oilers’ top prospect is still finding his place in the National Hockey League, averaging 9:33 of ice time a night on Edmonton’s fourth line.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 21

The Oilers should start taking offers on Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers have survived their early season injury woes. Actually they've done more than survive, they've won most of their games to date. The team is clicking on all cylinders, and with a number of notable players either just returned, or set to return, from injury, the immediate future looks bright.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 19

Could Oilers’ Isaac Howard Be a Fit for the Maple Leafs or Penguins?

With the Pittsburgh Penguins and Toronto Maple Leafs both reportedly looking to trade older players for youth, one name stands out on the Edmonton Oilers: Isaac Howard.

Edmonton Oilers News / Professor Press Box / October 17

Is Oilers’ Isaac Howard Running Out of Room in Edmonton?

Sometimes, a young player can do almost everything right and still find himself in a tough spot. Isaac Howard might be discovering that with the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 17

How does Isaac Howard’s start with the Oilers in 2026-27 compare to Matt Savoie’s rookie-season start?

Isaac Howard and Matt Savoie are two of the Edmonton Oilers’ most promising young offensive talents. That said, the two are connected beyond their offensive abilities on the ice.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / October 11

Letters to the Editor: Oilers need to let Isaac Howard thrive

It’s time to dig into this week’s Letters to the Editor. Want to join in the fun? Details about how to reach out are at the bottom of the article. The Howard/O’Reilly trade is one that had Edmonton fans cheering on the streets.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / October 8

Oilers 2026-27 top 10 prospects, No. 1: Isaac Howard has the potential to breakout

Finishing off the Edmonton Oilers top 10 prospects rankings at Oil on Whyte, we have Isaac Howard. Originally drafted by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round, 31st overall at the 2022 NHL Draft, after developing with the U.S.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oil on Whyte / September 25

What fans need to know after the Oilers' third preseason game

The Edmonton Oilers have gone three-for-three so far in preseason. Most of that hasn't exactly been pretty hockey, but it is what it is. The team's most recent effort, a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks, was exactly that.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 25

Isaac Howard leads ‘outmatched’ Oilers to victory over the Canucks

Hard work has been the prevailing theme for the Edmonton Oilers throughout training camp this fall. The pace in practice. The aggressive penalty killing.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 21

The Matt Savoie injury brings a key opportunity for Isaac Howard

Edmonton Oilers forward Matt Savoie is injured and will miss training camp. With him likely beginning the year a step behind everyone, this opens the door for another young Oilers forward.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / September 15

2026 Edmonton Oilers prospects rankings: #1 Isaac Howard

Welcome to The Oil Rig’s 2026 Edmonton Oilers prospect rankings. Today we look at winger Isaac Howard. Howard is a scoring winger. Speedy and skilled, Howard’s primary contributions to any team will be his offence.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / August 11

Oilers Need to Find Out What They Have in Isaac Howard

The Edmonton Oilers enter the 2026-27 season with an obvious need for another shooting winger in their top six. They could eventually address that weakness through a major trade, but the most sensible first step is determining whether Isaac Howard can fill the position internally.