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First thoughts on Matt Savoie and Isaac Howard from the Oilers vs. Flames rookie game

After months of waiting for hockey to come back, we finally got a taste of action on Friday night, as the Edmonton Oilers squared off against the Calgary Flames at Rogers Place in the first rookie game of the weekend.

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Matt Savoie, Ike Howard on top line as Oilers rookies take on Flames rookies

Edmonton Oilers fans will get a look at a one-two punch that could help carry them into the future on Friday night. When the Oilers rookies and Calgary Flames rookies meet up for the first taste of hockey since late June, Matt Savoie and Ike Howard will be playing on the top line together.

Matthew Savoie News / Breakaway on SI / September 12

Oilers Prospect Primed For Roster Spot After Big Offseason

Edmonton Oilers forward prospect Matt Savoie has been hard at work over the offseason improving his strength and speed with hopes of cracking the roster straight out of camp.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 11

Matt Savoie was a ‘great student’ in Bakersfield, now it’s time for his versatility to shine with Oilers

What differentiates the 21-year-old prospects Matthew Savoie and Isaac Howard, who both are primed to start the season with the Edmonton Oilers? While smaller and without the Hobey Baker pedigree included in Howard’s resume, Savoie enters this Rookie Camp with a season of pro hockey in the Oilers system.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / September 9

Oilers’ Matthew Savoie and Isaac Howard omitted from early top Calder Trophy favourites list

There are several players looking to make an impact in their first full seasons in the NHL. From standout scoring threats to exceptional defencemen, a number of athletes could take home some hardware during their freshmen campaigns in 2025-26.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / September 3

If Scribe Is Correct, Oilers’ Rookie Plans Should Raise Eyebrows

The Edmonton Oilers’ youth movement is drawing plenty of attention. Still, one scribe’s bold prediction about the team’s two now-important rookies, Matt Savoie and Ike Howard, should raise eyebrows — and perhaps some concerns.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / September 1

Oilers Analyst Advises Fans to Lower Expectations for Rookie Forwards Matt Savoie and Isaac Howard

Isaac Howard and Matthew Savoie will play big roles in Edmonton this season, but according to Jason Gregor, fans need to lower expectations for the rookies.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / August 30

Expectations for Edmonton Oilers’ Matthew Savoie in the upcoming season

The Edmonton Oilers are having a mini-youth revolution. Matthew Savoie stands as one of the key players jump-starting this revolution. Savoie enters the 2025–26 season looks to make the jump to the National Hockey League on a full time basis.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 25

Oilers’ Matt Savoie and Isaac Howard back-to-back on Top 75 NHL-affiliated prospects list

A couple of players on the Edmonton Oilers’ pipeline are receiving notoriety among the game’s top youngsters. On Monday, Daily Faceoff draft and prospect Steven Ellis released his top 75 prospects affiliated with NHL teams.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 22

Oilers climb Daily Faceoff’s latest prospect pool rankings

After back-to-back Stanley Cup Final appearances, there’s no denying that the Edmonton Oilers are squarely focused on winning right now. But that doesn’t mean they can’t also keep an eye on the future.

Edmonton Oilers News / Inside The Rink / August 19

Edmonton Oilers: What To Expect From Howard and Savoie

Edmonton Oilers fans haven’t awaited rookie wingers since Taylor Hall and Jordan Eberle. It fits into General Manager Stan Bowman’s offseason plan to ice a younger roster on opening night of this coming season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / August 17

Oilersnation’s Summer 2025 Prospect Countdown – No. 1: Matthew Savoie

Welcome to Oilersnation’s Top Prospect Countdown for Summer 2025. This list profiles players and goaltenders under 25 years old who have played fewer than 25 NHL games.

NHL News / House of Hockey / August 15

Edmonton Oilers officially cut ties with several players, will hit unrestricted free agency

The Edmonton Oilers have made significant roster changes this off-season, and now they've let three players go as they are all set to hit free agency.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / July 30

2025 Edmonton Oilers Prospect Rankings: #1 Matthew Savoie

Welcome back to The Oil Rig Edmonton Oilers 2025 Prospect Rankings. Well there’s not much surprise or suspense here as Matthew Savoie is the unanimous top prospect for the Edmonton Oilers.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 28

Teased Trade Would Shake Up Oilers Youth Movement This Season

Matt Savoie is expected to play a major role in the Edmonton Oilers’ lineup this season—but that could change if the team shifts from development mode to all-in contention, where patience wears thin.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 28

Surprise Name Highlights Scribe’s List of Top Oilers Trade Assets

In a recent column for The Athletic, Allan Mitchell broke down the Edmonton Oilers’ most valuable trade chips heading toward the 2025-26 NHL trade deadline—and one surprise name leads the list: Matthew Savoie.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

Oilers Line Combos Hint at Big Opportunity for Young Forward

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for the 2025-26 season, it appears rookie Matthew Savoie is in line to receive the first major opportunity among the team’s new arrivals.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / July 23

Oilers Expected to Give Howard, Savoie Looks in Top-Six Forward Role

Edmonton Oilers fans haven’t been excited about prospects in a while, but with the additions of Matthew Savoie and Isaac Howard, who are expected to take big steps forward next season, fans are hopeful they can establish themselves as stars and can help the Oilers remain contenders for quite a few seasons.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 20

Matt Savoie Will Get 2 Big Opportunities for Oilers This Season

After a strong AHL season, 21-year-old forward Matt Savoie is expected to push for a full-time NHL role with the Edmonton Oilers in 2025-26. In fact, the Oilers are banking on it, with both the GM and the coach speaking highly of how big an impact he might be able to make.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / March 23

Should the Oilers Bring in Matthew Savoie Next Season?

Since his acquisition from the Buffalo Sabres earlier this season, Matthew Savoie has only played four games for the Edmonton Oilers. Savoie, 21, only recorded one point in his NHL stint.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / March 1

Oilers President says tough decision coming with Matthew Savoie at trade deadline

The Edmonton Oilers have called up top prospect Matthew Savoie and President Jeff Jackson sees him as a long term NHL piece, but Coach Knoblauch has stapled him to the bench.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / February 9

Oilers insider hints roster move is coming for top prospect Matthew Savoie

Edmonton Oilers insider Bob Stauffer has hinted that a roster move could soon be coming to give top prospect Matthew Savoie a look in the NHL. Savoie has been firing on all cylinders in the AHL recently, putting together his offensive game and taking strides to become his team's best defensive forward too.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / January 25

Edmonton Oilers shift plans for roster move involving top prospect Matthew Savoie

The Edmonton Oilers previously signalled they want to keep Matthew Savoie developing in the AHL this year, but a call up may soon be in the cards according to several Oilers analysts.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / January 4

Reason Why Edmonton Oilers Refuse To Call Up Top Prospect Matt Savoie

Edmonton Oilers prospect Matthew Savoie is on a major scoring streak in the AHL promoting some fans to wonder about a call up, but it seems management wants their top prospect to season in the minor league.