When it comes to rookie right wingers, the Oilers crop in 1980-81 ranks with the all-time best for an NHL team. Jari Kurri (75 games, 32-43-75) and Glenn Anderson (58 games, 30-23-53) were instant plug-and-play impact wingers and would go on to Hall of Fame careers.

The Edmonton Oilers made a bold move by acquiring forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for 2024 first-round pick Sam O’Reilly.

Howard, who won the Hobey Baker Award as the top NCAA men's hockey player last season, has a chance to go from the top line at Michigan State University to a top-six role alongside Connor McDavid or Leon Draisaitl with the Oilers. It would be an impressive jump for the 21-year-old forward.

Isaac Howard, once a Brick Invitational participant, fulfills his NHL dream by signing with the Edmonton Oilers. After a trade from Tampa Bay, the Mic

The Edmonton Oilers acquired reigning Hobey Baker Award winner Isaac Howard from the Lightning, sending forward prospect Sam O'Reilly to Tampa Bay in exchange.

Michigan State forward Isaac Howard will start his pro hockey career rather than return to the Spartans. Howard signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers on July 8 after being traded from the Tampa Bay Lightning for forward prospect Sam O'Reilly.

Edmonton Oilers are eager to win. They traded a prospect for Isaac Howard. Howard is a college star. The team wants immediate impact. Fans are divided on the trade. Some worry about losing Sam O’Reilly.