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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 23
Oilers’ Bowman downplays concerns that Babcock will affect free agency
On Tuesday, the Edmonton Oilers officially announced that Mike Babcock will serve as the team’s new head coach. Babcock’s appointment comes following an investigation by the NHL and NHLPA into his past conduct while behind the bench.
Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
The Oilers Player Who Makes the Babcock Hire More Interesting
During his media interview on Tuesday, Mike Babcock said his meeting with the Edmonton Oilers leadership group of Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Zach Hyman was really productive.
Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Babcock Doubles Down: Will Oilers Regret What They Asked For?
Mike Babcock didn’t walk into Rogers Place on Tuesday looking for forgiveness. He walked in there because he says he’s been asked to help deliver a Stanley Cup to this team.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / June 23
Babcock says Oilers leadership group is ‘all-in’ on winning
Mike Babcock says he felt “aligned” after meeting with the Edmonton Oilers‘ star players on what needs to change to be successful and win the Stanley Cup, saying they’re “all in” on winning.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 23
Bowman says Coffey won’t return to Oilers bench, doesn’t provide update on Nurse trade talks
Some extra news coming out of the press conference on Tuesday, which saw the Edmonton Oilers introduce Mike Babcock as the 19th head coach in franchise history.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 23
Making sense of the Oilers' decision to hire Mike Babcock
Three years after resigning from his last coaching stop with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Babcock is now tasked with getting the Oilers over the hump.
Mike Babcock News / Daily Faceoff / June 23
‘Anytime you make anybody feel uncomfortable, you should take a look at yourself’: Oilers’ Babcock on time in Columbus
In his first meeting with the press in his new role, Mike Babcock is still answering questions about his past. On Tuesday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that Babcock has been hired as the team’s new head coach.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
D.J. Smith Brings Much-Needed Experience to Oilers Bench
On the same day the Edmonton Oilers announced Mike Babcock as the 19th head coach in franchise history, they also introduced D.J. Smith as a new associate coach.
Edmonton Oilers News / Field Level Media / June 23
Oilers tab Mike Babcock as head coach
The Edmonton Oilers named Mike Babcock as the 19th head coach in club history on Tuesday. He replaces Kris Knoblauch, who on May 14 was relieved of his head coaching duties after three seasons and two trips to the Stanley Cup Finals -- both losses.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Reading Between the Lines of the Oilers’ Biggest Decision
The Edmonton Oilers officially announced Mike Babcock as their new head coach, bringing in one of the most experienced and decorated coaches in modern hockey.
Mike Babcock News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Oilers Hire Mike Babcock as Head Coach, Add D.J. Smith to Coaching Staff
The Edmonton Oilers officially ushered in a new era behind the bench on Tuesday, naming Mike Babcock as the 19th head coach in franchise history while also announcing D.J.
Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Oilers Add D.J. Smith to Mike Babcock’s Coaching Staff
The Edmonton Oilers officially rounded out Mike Babcock’s coaching staff on Tuesday, announcing that D.J. Smith has been hired as an associate coach. Smith reunites with Babcock after previously serving under him with the Toronto Maple Leafs beginning in 2015.
Mike Babcock News / Oilersnation / June 23
Oilers hire D.J. Smith as associate coach on Babcock’s coaching staff
The Edmonton Oilers coaching staff is taking shape, not long after the team officially named Mike Babcock as the 19th head coach in franchise history Tuesday morning.
Mike Babcock News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Oilers Name Mike Babcock as 19th Head Coach in Franchise History
The Edmonton Oilers officially announced on Tuesday that Mike Babcock has been named the 19th head coach in franchise history, bringing one of the most accomplished resumes in hockey to Edmonton.
Mike Babcock News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23
Oilers name Mike Babcock as head coach
Babcock, 63, has a 700-418-183 regular-season coaching record over 17 NHL seasons and 1,301 games.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 23
Oilers hire Mike Babcock as head coach
It has officially happened. On Tuesday, the Edmonton Oilers announced that Mike Babcock has been named the 19th head coach in franchise history. It comes after a tumultuous few weeks, where many criticized the Oilers for even considering the Stanley Cup champion to step back behind the bench.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / June 23
Edmonton Oilers rumour roundup: Who will stay and who will go?
The NHL offseason is officially in full swing. With big trades and major re-signings, the league will see a busy next couple weeks or so. Let’s get into the latest in this week’s rumour roundup for the Edmonton Oilers.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Oilers News & Rumours: Murphy & Dickinson Extended, Babcock Hiring, Kapanen Leaving?
The Edmonton Oilers have a lot of things going on right now. From extending key pending free agents, to finding a new head coach, to trying to improve their roster on the trade market, they have a lot of work to do between now and the beginning of the 2026-27 season.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
Oilers Offseason Trade Bait: Who’s Available & Who’s Untouchable?
The trade market is heating up in the NHL as the new league year is just over a week away. The Edmonton Oilers could be among the teams that are active in moving players this summer, but the question of who might be moving remains to be seen.
Connor McDavid News / The Hockey Writers / June 23
McDavid’s Loyalty to the Oilers Is Becoming More Admirable By the Day
It’s hard to believe, but Connor McDavid has already played 11 NHL seasons. It was nearly 11 years ago that the Edmonton Oilers took to the podium back in 2015 to announce that they were selecting what is now the game’s best player with the first-overall selection.
Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 22
What’s next for Oilers after Dickinson, Murphy extensions?
The Edmonton Oilers began their offseason over the weekend, locking up two of their pending unrestricted free agents in center Jason Dickinson and defenseman Connor Murphy.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / June 22
Oilers reward veteran player with familiar name with long-term deal
A player named Connor has agreed to a new longterm to stay with the Edmonton Oilers, but it's not the one fans are hoping they eventually see news about.
Jason Dickinson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 21
Oilers Sign Jason Dickinson To Five-Year Extension
The Oilers announced Sunday that center Jason Dickinson has signed a five-year, $20MM extension with a $4MM cap hit. Mark Spector of Sportsnet had reported
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