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Oilers Acquire Hobey Baker Winner Isaac Howard in Bold Trade

7/13/2025

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In a bold move, the Edmonton Oilers have secured forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning, trading away Sam O’Reilly. The talented 21-year-old, a Hobey Baker Award winner, has inked a three-year deal worth $2.8 million. Eager to join forces with superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, Howard aims to elevate the team's scoring prowess despite salary cap hurdles.

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In a bold move, the Edmonton Oilers have secured forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning, trading away Sam O’Reilly. The talented 21-year-old, a Hobey Baker Award winner, has inked a three-year deal worth $2.8 million. Eager to join forces with superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, Howard aims to elevate the team's scoring prowess despite salary cap hurdles.