What Happened
The Edmonton Oilers have hired Mike Babcock as their new head coach, filling the team's last remaining coaching position. The NHL has cleared Babcock following an investigation into unspecified issues. This decision is anticipated to draw significant attention to the Oilers' performance in the upcoming season.
Babcock's previous coaching tenure included a period with the Columbus Blue Jackets, from which he resigned, citing "staff" issues. His hiring by the Oilers comes at a pivotal moment for the franchise.
Key Facts
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Mike Babcock has been hired as the head coach of the Edmonton Oilers.
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The NHL has cleared Mike Babcock following an investigation.
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Babcock previously resigned from his position with the Columbus Blue Jackets.
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Babcock cited "staff" issues as the reason for his resignation from the Blue Jackets.
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The hiring fills the final coaching vacancy for the Edmonton Oilers.
