The Edmonton Oilers acquired 21-year-old forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday in exchange for forward Sam O'Reilly, who was selected 32nd overall in the 2024 draft.

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.

Isaac Howard, who won the 2025 Hobey Baker Memorial Award as the top men's player in NCAA ice hockey, was traded to the Edmonton Oilers by the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday for Sam O'Reilly. Howard then signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Edmonton.