Babcock Hire Sparks NHLPA Push

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly eyeing Mike Babcock as their next head coach — a Stanley Cup winner with a tarnished reputation, who was fired by Columbus before coaching a single preseason game. A three-year-old NHLPA investigation uncovered troubling info the league knew about before Babcock left, and the union is demanding a fresh probe before any hiring happens. Players and fans are outraged, casting serious doubt on the Oilers’ leadership and accountability as this messy saga drags on. 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/87319dfc791b08bc