NHL commish: 'Level of decorum' expected for Mike Babcock
Mike Babcock returns to the NHL as the Edmonton Oilers' new head coach amid controversy surrounding his previous tenure in Columbus.
📍 How it ended
Mike Babcock returned to the NHL as the head coach of the Oilers. During his introduction, Babcock discussed his time in Columbus and the circumstances of his resignation.
The NHL commissioner stated that a level of decorum was expected for Babcock.
Epilogue added 22d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Mike Babcock has been unveiled as the head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. During his introductory press conference, Babcock discussed his time with the Columbus Blue Jackets, noting that while he did not believe he crossed a line, he acknowledged that individuals should reflect on their actions if they make others feel uncomfortable.
Coverage from NHL.com, ESPN, and Daily Faceoff highlights a contentious opening, including Babcock's statement that his wife made him resign from his previous position. The NHL commissioner has stated that a "level of decorum" is expected for Babcock.
Babcock has indicated that players Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Zach Hyman are prepared to change their style of play to win the Stanley Cup.
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Coverage (7)
- 'This is what we want': Oilers' McDavid all in on Babcock as coach Sportsnet.ca · 35d ago
- Ex-Red Wing Mike Babcock returns to NHL as Oilers' coach The Detroit News · 35d ago
- Mike Babcock didn’t think he crossed a line with Columbus Blue Jackets, said wife made him resign in disaster opening press conference with Oilers RMNB · 35d ago
- TALKING POINTS: Mike Babcock unveiled as new Oilers Head Coach NHL.com · 35d ago
- ‘Anytime you make anybody feel uncomfortable, you should take a look at yourself’: Oilers’ Babcock on time in Columbus Daily Faceoff · 35d ago
- McDavid, Draisaitl, Hyman ready to change way they play to win Cup, Babcock says NHL.com · 35d ago
- NHL commish: 'Level of decorum' expected for Mike Babcock ESPN · 35d ago
Quick answers
Who is the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers?
Mike Babcock.
What did the NHL commissioner say regarding Babcock?
The commissioner stated that a "level of decorum" is expected for him.
How did Babcock describe his resignation from Columbus?
Babcock stated that his wife made him resign.
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