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Oilers Trade O'Reilly for Rising Star Howard

7/9/2025

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In a bold move, the Edmonton Oilers have traded forward Sam O'Reilly to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for rising star Isaac Howard, the Hobey Baker Award winner who dazzled with 52 points in just 37 games at Michigan State. Howard has signed a three-year entry-level contract and is eager to make his mark in the NHL, while O'Reilly focuses on honing his skills in the OHL.

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In a bold move, the Edmonton Oilers have traded forward Sam O'Reilly to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for rising star Isaac Howard, the Hobey Baker Award winner who dazzled with 52 points in just 37 games at Michigan State. Howard has signed a three-year entry-level contract and is eager to make his mark in the NHL, while O'Reilly focuses on honing his skills in the OHL.