
Edmonton Oilers Eye Mike Babcock Amid Bowman Scandal Fallout
The Oilers are weighing a controversial coaching hire while the league investigates Babcock's behavior and the team copes with the aftermath of a senior executive's resignation.
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The Oilers are weighing a controversial coaching hire while the league investigates Babcock's behavior and the team copes with the aftermath of a senior executive's resignation.

Jim Hiller, the newly appointed head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs, brings a blend of NHL playing experience, international coaching stints and a data‑driven philosophy that could reshape the team’s culture and performance.

The Minnesota Wild are poised for a busy summer, Marcus Johansson heads back to Sweden, Michael McCarron signs a long‑term deal, and the league investigates Mike Babcock's short‑lived coaching stint with the Blue Jackets.

The Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory has set the stage for a whirlwind of moves, with coaching uncertainties, high‑profile signings, and lingering questions about key players defining the upcoming NHL landscape.

The National Hockey League is examining the circumstances behind Mike Babcock’s short-lived coaching stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets, a period marked by allegations of misconduct and a request for personal photos that sparked player backlash.

The National Hockey League has launched an inquiry into the abrupt resignation of Mike Babcock as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, a move sparked by privacy concerns and a series of controversial coaching tactics that have reverberated across the league.

Pascal Vincent, now an assistant coach with the Seattle Kraken, looks back on a challenging season with the Columbus Blue Jackets, his resurgence in Laval, and his hopes for a turnaround in Seattle.

A look at the Penguins' grueling schedule, shifting rebuild thoughts, and the broader storylines that defined the 2025-26 season.

The Columbus Blue Jackets navigate a busy offseason as Mike Babcock returns, Elvis Merzlikins faces a contract decision, and new clauses shape player movement, while development camp prepares prospects for the upcoming year.

The Common Fans announce a new summer series that will dissect Nebraska football history, spotlighting the players, coaches and special‑team figures who could earn a spot on the sport’s ultimate Mount Rushmore.

Former NHL forward Jason York has detailed a pattern of dishonest behavior by Mike Babcock that culminated in a low‑value trade, raising questions as the Edmonton Oilers consider hiring the coach despite his recent playoff shortcomings.

The Chicago Blackhawks have released a six‑game schedule for their minor‑league affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs, while rookie Roman Kantserov is expected to play a key offensive role. Trade rumors swirl around Darnell Nurse, coaching changes loom for the Oilers, and draft predictions point to Carson Carels as a top prospect.

The Chicago Blackhawks are set to host six AHL games, Roman Kantserov eyes a breakout rookie season, and Darnell Nurse’s trade preferences surface as the league reveals its All-Star and All-Rookie teams.

Trade chatter surrounds Darnell Nurse and the Pittsburgh Penguins, while the Pirates' relief struggles and a quirky Bigfoot Festival add off‑ice color to the sports narrative.

Speculation swirls around a potential Darnell Nurse trade to Pittsburgh, the Oilers' lofty return expectations, and a unrelated personal anecdote that ties together hockey chatter with a quirky local festival.

In the newest episode of The Hockey Show, hosts Roy Bellamy and David Dwork sit down with Florida Panthers play‑by‑play analyst Steve Goldstein to explore the Carolina Hurricanes’ championship chase, the Vegas Golden Knights’ injury woes, and the latest front‑office moves across the league.

The NHL’s traditional awards gala has been replaced by a staggered rollout that unfolds across the Stanley Cup Playoffs, spotlighting the Hart, Norris, Calder and other trophies while the postseason reshapes narratives.

The Carolina Hurricanes can clinch the Stanley Cup with a Game 6 victory, Jordan Staal ties a historic goal record, and the offseason buzzes with trade chatter and draft anticipation.

A look at recent on‑ice and on‑court highlights, including contract talks in New York, coaching investigations, and award recognitions.

A look at how Cassidy’s potential move could reshape the coaching landscape ahead of the Stanley Cup Finals.

Recent reports reveal new allegations against former NHL coach Mike Babcock, trade chatter surrounding Detroit’s Dylan Larkin, and a detailed development assessment of the Pittsburgh Penguins, while the Los Angeles Kings appoint Peter Laviolette and the Ottawa Senators plot strategic moves.

The National Hockey League has opened a formal inquiry into Mike Babcock’s short-lived stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets, a chapter that ended abruptly in 2023 when the veteran coach stepped down amid a flurry of allegations.

A look at upcoming schedules, draft decisions, and organizational shifts across the NHL and the Professional Women’s Hockey League.

From lineup changes to contract talks, the latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show reveals the twists and turns shaping the postseason.