https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcockContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcockhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcock#u17200Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:57:14 +0000The NHL cleared Mike Babcock to coach the Edmonton Oilers following a league review. Commissioner Gary Bettman stated there was no basis to prevent the hire but expects Babcock to maintain a "certain level of decorum."What's confirmed:NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman stated there was no basis to prevent the Edmonton Oilers from hiring Mike Babcock.Bettman expects Babcock to uphold a "certain level of decorum."The NHL cleared Babcock to coach after a review of his tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets.Still unconfirmed:Mike Babcock allegedly invaded the privacy of players durin https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcockhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcock#u12419Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:16:19 +0000The Edmonton Oilers named Mike Babcock as their new head coach on Tuesday. Babcock replaces Kris Knoblauch after the NHL cleared him to coach following a review of his time with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The 63-year-old returned to the bench after meeting with Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Zach Hyman.What's confirmed:The Edmonton Oilers named Mike Babcock head coach on Tuesday, replacing Kris Knoblauch.Babcock is 63 years old.The NHL completed a review of Babcock's tenure in Columbus and found no basis to restrict his employment.Babcock met with Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcockhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcock#u8477Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:46:50 +0000The NHL finished its investigation into Mike Babcock's time with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The league found no basis for further action regarding his alleged conduct. He is now eligible for hire by any team.What's confirmed:The NHL completed its review of Mike Babcock's tenure in Columbus and associated alleged conduct.Mike Babcock is cleared to be hired by any team. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcockhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcock#u6467Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:20:25 +0000The NHL finished a review of Mike Babcock's 2023 tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The league has cleared him to return to coaching. This investigation followed a request from the NHL Players' Association.What's confirmed:The NHL cleared Mike Babcock to coach again following an investigation into his 2023 tenure with the Blue Jackets.The league completed a review of Babcock's time in Columbus.Still unconfirmed:The Edmonton Oilers want to hire Babcock as their next head coach. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcockhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-statement-on-mike-babcock#u4824Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:36:38 +0000The NHL has completed an investigation into Mike Babcock's tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The league found no basis to restrict his employment. Babcock is now cleared to return to coaching in the NHL.What's confirmed:The NHL has completed its review of Mike Babcock's tenure in Columbus.The league found no basis to restrict Babcock's employment in the league.The NHL cleared Mike Babcock to return to coaching.The investigation was prompted by an NHLPA recommendation after the Edmonton Oilers showed interest in hiring Babcock.Still unconfirmed:The Edmonton Oilers are expect