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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.

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 1:40 AM
Oilers Face Potentially Devastating Horward Injury, Expert Says
Key Things to Know
  • Medical expert Dr. Harjas Grewal warned Edmonton Oilers forward Howard could face a serious knee ligament injury.
  • Oilers head coach Mike Babcock stated postgame that the injury may not be as severe as it appeared.
  • Islanders forward Heineman received a five-minute major and a game misconduct for the hit on Howard.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Edmonton Oilers forward Howard suffered a knee injury that medical expert Dr. Harjas Grewal warned could range from a serious torn ligament to a bone bruise. The incident occurred following a knee-on-knee hit from Islanders forward Heineman, who received a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct during the contest.

Oilers head coach Mike Babcock offered a more optimistic outlook after the game, stating team officials do not believe the issue is as serious as it initially looked. Despite the injury scare, Edmonton shut out the New York Islanders 4-0 behind two goals from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and an 18-save performance by Tristan Jarry.

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