Rookie Goals and Comebacks in Oilers’ Tough Season | Edmonton Oilers News

Edmonton Oilers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 31, 2026 · 1m

Despite a rough 2025-26 season that saw the Oilers barely make the playoffs with their lowest point total in years and exit in the second round, there were still plenty of bright spots — especially for rookies. Matt Savoie netted his first goal on a power play against the Rangers and even scored a hat trick in the finale. Isaac Howard got his first off assists from McDavid and Draisaitl, though he saw limited ice time. Josh Samanski’s debut goal came on a bizarre bounce against Tampa Bay, while his playoff goal was cleaner. Connor Clattenburg, a fifth-round pick, scored his first in a loss to…