NHL Clears Mike Babcock to Coach Again Amid Oilers Interest In a surprise move, the National Hockey League has cleared Mike Babcock to resume coaching duties, just months after an investigation into his brief stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2023. The decision comes as the Edmonton Oilers express interest in hiring the experienced coach, sparking speculation about his future in the league. Babcock's tenure with the Blue Jackets was marked by controversy, but the NHL's investigation has ultimately given him the green light to return to the bench. With the Oilers in search of a new coach, Babcock's name is now back in the mix, leaving fans and analysts wondering what's next for the veteran coach.

Following an investigation into his brief tenure with the Blue Jackets in 2023, the NHL has cleared Mike Babcock to coach again amid the Oilers' interest in hiring him.