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O'Reilly Trade Backlash
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- Jun 2, 2026
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- 108
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Summary
Sam OReilly’s breakout year—Memorial Cup MVP, league MVP—has Oilers fans wondering if trading him for Isaac Howard was a mistake. But Howard’s own path is no less impressive: Hobey Baker winner, strong AHL rookie season, and a proven pro. While O’Reilly dominates in junior, Howard brings experience and a smoother development arc, perfect for replacing veterans like Hyman or Nugent-Hopkins. The trade mirrors successful deals like McLeod for Savoie—both sides got value. Neither player has truly arrived in the NHL yet, so it’s too early to call it a “one that got away,” but this one’s worth watching over the next decade. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/37866e75446f4802