Oilers' Isaac Howard sustains knee injury against Islanders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:40 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
During Saturday's match against the New York Islanders, Edmonton Oilers forward Isaac Howard suffered a knee injury due to a collision with Emil Heineman. Howard needed assistance leaving the ice and did not return to the game. Medical expert Dr. Harjas Grewal indicated that Howard might be facing a serious injury but suggested it could also be a less severe bone bruise. Oilers head coach Mike Babcock described the situation as possibly less serious than it appeared. The Oilers secured a 4-0 victory over the Islanders, with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scoring twice. Edmonton next plays the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.
- •Isaac Howard injured in a knee-on-knee collision
- •Oilers win 4-0 against Islanders
- •Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scores twice
- •Howard's injury prognosis uncertain, MRI scheduled
- •Oilers face Devils next on Tuesday night
- 4:40 AMYahoo Sports — Oilers Face Potentially Devastating Horward Injury, Expert Says
"The potential prognosis on the Oilers Isaac Howard's horrific knee injury could be devastating, as one notable medical expert weighs in. The post Oilers Face Potentially Devastating Horward Injury, Expert Says appeared first on HEAVY.
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