Isaac Howard — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Isaac Howard is an NHL left wing for the Edmonton Oilers. In the 2025-26 season Isaac Howard has 2 goals, 3 assists and 5 points in 29 games, worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Isaac Howard made his NHL debut this season, playing 29 games and registering 2 goals and 3 assists for 5 points. As a rookie left wing, he is still finding his offensive rhythm at the professional level, with his first season resulting in a -0.4 GAR.
Despite the overall negative impact, Howard has shown glimmers of defensive responsibility, with his even-strength defense contributing positively to his early career value. This suggests a foundation for a more well-rounded game as he continues to develop.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Edmonton Oilers |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 180 lb |
| Draft | 2022 — Round 1, Pick 31 — TBL |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -6 | 12 | 36 | 5.6% | 10:19 | 45.6% | 4.1 | 0.0 | -0.4 | -0.08 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +0.1 | +0.3 | -0.1 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 6th, GAR 20th, WAR 20th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 29 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -0.4 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Isaac Howard has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 20th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength defense (+0.3 GAR), while his power-play offense grades below replacement (-0.1).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isaac Howard's GAR this season?
Isaac Howard has been worth -0.4 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 20th percentile of NHL players.
What is Isaac Howard's WAR this season?
Isaac Howard has been worth about -0.1 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 20th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Isaac Howard have this season?
Isaac Howard has 2 goals and 3 assists for 5 points in 29 games this season.
Is Isaac Howard a good left wing?
Isaac Howard ranks in the 20th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (-0.4) in the 2025-26 season.
When was Isaac Howard drafted?
Isaac Howard was drafted in 2022 — Round 1, Pick 31 — TBL.