The second-to-last pre-season tune-up for the Edmonton Oilers is set for tonight as they head west and visit the Vancouver Canucks.

For a few players, it might be their last chance to make their mark.

Isaac Howard

Tonight’s game will be crucial for Howard, who hasn’t impressed in the first two pre-season games. He’s played the most minutes of any Oilers forward, and only has one shot on four shot attempts in his 30:30. Not helping his case is the fact that the team has been caved in with him on the ice at five-on-five, outchanced 17-7 and holding a 28.44 per cent expected goal share.

Known for his offensive prowess, Howard has struggled when the puck isn’t on his stick. Learning how to get it back is what Oilers head coach Mike Babcock wants to see from him.

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