The National Hockey League has given Mike Babcock the green light to return to the coaching ranks, clearing the way for him to take the helm of the Edmonton Oilers. The decision comes after a thorough review of Babcock's tenure as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, where he was fired in May 2022 following a tumultuous season. The review is believed to have focused on allegations of mistreating players and creating a toxic team culture. With the NHL's approval, Babcock is now set to become the new head coach of the Oilers, a move that could have significant implications for the team's future success.

NHL clears Mike Babcock to coach the Oilers after review of his Columbus tenure  Spectrum News