Isaac Howard’s NHL Breakout Chance | NHL News

Isaac Howard’s NHL debut season could be his breakout moment—or a brutal wake-up call. Acquired last summer, the young forward dazzled in the AHL with 24 goals and 50 points but only played 29 games in the big leagues last year. With Matt Savoie sidelined to start the season, Howard has a golden chance to grab top-six minutes right away. The best-case scenario? He scores 10-15 goals, plays 60+ games, and thrives alongside McDavid or Draisaitl—boosting Oilers’ scoring depth. But if he fails to impress, he may spend the whole season in Bakersfield. And with new coach Mike Babcock’s famously t...