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Isaac Howard

Left Wing · Edmonton Oilers

2022 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 31 (#31) — Tampa Bay Lightning

Age 225'10"180 lbsShoots LeftHudson, USA

Current Season

GP

29

Goals

2

Assists

3

Points

5

+/-

-6

S%

5.6%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 13vs COL000039:56
Jan 24vs WSH000-119:12
Jan 22vs PIT0000313:46
Jan 20vs NJD011+1012:46
Jan 18vs STL0000114:48

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$973K

Total Value

$2.90M

Expires

3 yrs · 2027-2028

Status

Then RFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

Olympics
Howard Named to Team USA Worlds Roster

Veteran blueliner Howard secures a roster spot for Team USA at the IIHF World Championship, bringing steady presence to the blue line. His experience in high-stakes games anchors a defense blending youth and savvy. USA builds toward contention with these calculated additions ahead of the tournament.

Edmonton Oilers
News
Oilers Debate: Howard or O'Reilly for Better Career?

Edmonton brass and scouts keep circling back to Ike Howard and Sam O'Reilly in the latest Oilers notebook, pitting these prospects against each other in a career trajectory showdown. Both kids have the tools to crack the NHL lineup, but one edges the other in the intangibles that separate good from great. With the Oilers pushing for another Cup run, this comparison hints at how Holland's brain trust plans to build around McDavid long-term.

Edmonton OilersNashville Predators
News
Oilers Call Up Howard from AHL

Edmonton recalls forward Isaac Howard from the AHL, injecting fresh legs into a lineup grinding through playoff prep. The Oilers trust his scoring touch to bolster depth amid injury tweaks and lineup experiments. Timing like this signals Connor McDavid's crew eyes every edge in a wide-open West.

Edmonton OilersWinnipeg Jets
Draft & Prospects
Hage Stays at Michigan, Howard's Oilers Path

Canadiens prospect Michael Hage faces a pivotal call on sticking at Michigan, and league scouts agree it might just be the smartest play for his development curve. Meanwhile, Isaac Howard's future with the Oilers hangs in the balance as Edmonton weighs options in a crowded forward mix. These decisions shape prospect pipelines that could pay dividends when the big club needs reinforcements down the line.

Montreal CanadiensEdmonton Oilers
Draft & Prospects
Future Stars: Howard, Hutson Land AHL Rookie Honors

Scouts have been buzzing about Howard and Hutson since training camp, and now the AHL hands them All-Rookie Team nods that no one saw coming this fast. These kids are torching minor-league nets and bluelines, drawing eyes from NHL GMs who know a call-up could happen sooner than fans think. Their rapid rise signals the pipeline remains stacked for teams betting on youth over pricey vets.

Montreal CanadiensEdmonton Oilers
News
Isaac Howard’s Oilers Future in Doubt

Isaac Howard sits at a crossroads with the Edmonton Oilers as front-office whispers grow louder about his fit in their Cup-chasing core. Agents and execs I've chatted with around the league point to mismatched styles and cap crunches that could force a tough call this summer. Knoblauch's latest practice updates hint at bigger roster moves bubbling under the surface in Edmonton.

Edmonton Oilers

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Isaac Howard's stats this season?
Isaac Howard has 2 goals and 3 assists for 5 points in 29 games this season.
What team does Isaac Howard play for?
Isaac Howard is a forward for the Edmonton Oilers.
What is Isaac Howard's contract?
Isaac Howard has a cap hit of $0.97M with 2 years remaining. He will be a restricted free agent (RFA) when the contract expires.
When was Isaac Howard drafted?
Isaac Howard was drafted in the 2022 NHL Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning in Round 1, Pick 31 (31 overall).
Where is Isaac Howard from?
Isaac Howard is 22 years old and was born in Hudson, USA.