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Oilers' next steps with Mike Babcock revealed
- On Thursday, the NHL announced it completed a review of Mike Babcock's tenure in Columbus, clearing him to coach the Edmonton Oilers if the team chooses to hire him.
- The league launched the investigation at the request of the NHLPA in light of the Edmonton Oilers' interest in hiring Babcock to clarify his prior professional conduct.
- Babcock, 63, has not coached in the NHL since 2019, when Toronto fired him 23 games into his fifth season; he resigned from The Blue Jackets in September after criticism regarding player privacy.
- The Oilers have been searching for a replacement since firing Kris Knoblauch following back-to-back Stanley Cup Final trips, though it remains unclear if or when they will name Babcock coach.
- Addressing the clearance, the NHLPA called the allegations concerning and said, "Moving forward, we expect that Mr. Babcock will uphold the high standards required of NHL head coaches.
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NHL completes investigation into Mike Babcock's time with Blue Jackets, won't restrict him from working – Democratic Accent
The NHL says it has concluded its investigation into coach Mike Babcock’s conduct during his brief stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets during the summer of 2023. Its findings? That there’s no reason he can’t return to action in the National Hockey League. This clears the way for Babcock to potentially sign on to lead the Edmonton Oilers. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! “The League has completed its r…
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New Hampshire Union LeaderNHL clears Mike Babcock for return to coaching
The NHL has cleared Mike Babcock to coach again after investigating his controversial exit from the Columbus Blue Jackets in September 2023.
·Columbus, United States
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