NHL clears Mike Babcock to return after investigation
NHL lifts restrictions, clearing Mike Babcock to resume head‑coach duties.
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The brief
The National Hockey League announced that it has cleared former coach Mike Babcock to return to a head‑coaching role, stating there is no current basis to restrict his employment. Coverage from RMNB, Yahoo Sports, Sportsnet.ca, ESPN and The New York Times reported the decision, with Yahoo Sports noting the Edmonton Oilers will formally begin the hiring process for Babcock.
Future reports will track the Oilers' hiring steps and any further statements from the league regarding Babcock’s employment status.
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Quick answers
What did the NHL say about restricting Babcock's employment?
The league said there is no current basis to restrict his employment.
Which team is beginning the hiring process for Babcock?
The Edmonton Oilers are formally beginning the process.
Which media outlets reported the clearance?
RMNB, Yahoo Sports, Sportsnet.ca, ESPN and The New York Times.
Coverage (9)
- It's official, the Oilers are hiring Mike Babcock Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- NHL completes investigation into Mike Babcock's time with Blue Jackets, won't restrict him from working Fox News · 2h ago
- Edmonton Oilers now cleared to hire controversial Stanley Cup-winning coach Edmonton Journal · 3h ago
- ’He’s A Bully’ — Ex-Maple Leafs Fan Favorite Warns Connor McDavid’s Oilers Against Hiring Mike Babcock Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- NHL paves way for Mike Babcock to return as a head coach: ‘There is no current basis to restrict his employment’ RMNB · 3h ago
- Oilers To Formally Begin Process of Hiring Mike Babcock, NHL Clears Him For Return Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
- Real Kyper's NHL Buzz: Latest on Babcock, Knies, Bobrovsky Sportsnet.ca · 3h ago
- NHL clears Mike Babcock for return to coaching ESPN · 3h ago
- NHL clears Mike Babcock to return after investigation The New York Times · 3h ago
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