Isaac Howard makes Edmonton Oilers' opening night roster for 2026-27
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 1:24 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Isaac Howard will start the 2026-27 NHL season with the Edmonton Oilers. After a mixed first season where he split time between the NHL and AHL, Howard impressed in the AHL with 24 goals in 47 games. His performance earned him a spot on the Oilers' roster, marking a significant step in his professional career. Howard will wear number 53 for the Oilers as the season commences.
- •Howard scored two goals and three assists in 29 NHL games last season.
- •He had a standout AHL season with 24 goals and 26 assists.
- •Howard officially made the Oilers opening night roster.
- •He will wear number 53 for the upcoming season.
- 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — After up-and-down 2025-26, Isaac Howard will begin new year in the NHL
"Isaac Howard will begin the 2026-27 season in the NHL with the Edmonton Oilers.
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