Report: NHL officially begins investigation into Babcock’s 2023 Blue Jackets resignation
The investigation has been precipitated by the Edmonton Oilers’ apparent interest in hiring Babcock.
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NHL to Investigate Mike Babcock's Resignation From Columbus in 2023, AP Source Says
NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL is beginning an investigation into Mike Babcock's resignation as coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets in September 2023 before he coached a game for them, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Monday.
Blues make four changes to coaching, management staff
Greg Cronin and Vaclav Prospal have been hired as assistant coaches to Jim Montgomery.
Mike Babcock Oilers investigation is fully underway after Blue Jackets departure
Following their loss in the Western Conference Semifinal at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks, the Edmonton Oilers terminated head coach Kris Knoblauch along with assistant coach Mark Stuart. Despite having been behind the bench for each of Edmonton’s last two runs to the Stanley Cup Final, Oilers GM Stan Bowman felt a change in […] The post Mike Babcock Oilers investigation is fully underway after Blue Jackets departure appeared first on ClutchPoints .
3 Reasons the Blue Jackets Need to Prioritize Trading Merzlikins
The offseason has been underway for the Columbus Blue Jackets for a while now. They got some good news in the form of a Norris Trophy win for Zach Werenski,…
Blue Jackets’ 5 Biggest Draft Busts of All-Time
Draft day hasn’t always been kind to the Columbus Blue Jackets – especially in their early years. While the team was often loaded with high selections, some swings and misses…
Landing spots for Blue Jackets Elvis Merzlikins
While the Columbus Blue Jackets aren't hurting for cap space (they have $32.36 million), it never hurts to optimize it further. And during the postseason, they have a chance to recapture more of it by trading veteran goaltender Elvis Merzlikins. Merzlikins ' current cap hit with the Blue Jackets is $5.4 million, and he has one year left on the deal he signed with the Blue Jackets in 2022, with then general manager Jarmo Kekalainen. Once thought to be the next star in the Blue Jackets sys...
Blue Jackets sign forward prospect to one-year extension
On Saturday, the Columbus Blue Jackets retained forward prospect James Malatesta, signing him to a one-year, two-way contract extension for the 2026-27 season. The agreement carries an NHL salary of $850,000 and an AHL salary of $95,000, according to PuckPedia. Malatesta spent the entire 2025-26 campaign with the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters, recording 10 goals and […] The post Blue Jackets sign forward prospect to one-year extension appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Oilers Notebook: NHL pushes for quick Mike Babcock investigation as former players voice frustration
When it comes to the National Hockey League’s investigation into Mike Babcock’s time with the Columbus Blue Jackets, expect a quick process, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported. The investigation was launched at the request of the NHL Players’ Association this week, days after it was reported the Edmonton Oilers had approached the group to see if there…
Sources say Babcock will be able to work after investigation: Johnson
The Edmonton Oilers saga with Mike Babcock awaits an NHL investigation into what happened between him and Columbus Blue Jackets players three years ago, which led to his resignation. Babcock has been off the coaching radar since, as the league chose not to investigate the NHL Players’ Association’s findings since he had resigned from Columbus….
Devils rumors: The AAV on Nico Hischier’s next contract, per Insider
In disappointing fashion, the New Jersey Devils failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, bringing into question the kind of moves that new general manager Sunny Mehta would have to make in order to ensure his club could start making postseason runs again in short order. One important matter of business that Mehta is […] The post Devils rumors: The AAV on Nico Hischier’s next contract, per Insider appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Werenski, Potential Moves & More
We are exactly two weeks out from the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo. This time is known to some as the “calm before the storm.” While there are certainly some…
Zach Werenski To Request Trade From Blue Jackets?
There has been some buzz around the league that, following Dylan Larkin's trade request, Columbus Blue Jackets Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski could be considering doing the same. But insider Pierre LeBrun threw some cold water on that rumor... Kind of. I can tell you as of Wednesday afternoon, I’m told there has not been any communication to the Columbus Blue Jackets indicating that kind of thing on Werenski, who has two more years on his deal. But while he insisted that Werens...
New Allegation Emerging Against Babcock, As Oilers Hire Still On Hold
The Edmonton Oilers/Mike Babcock Saga is taking a new turn, according to insider Frank Seravalli. He claims that sources have told him that the NHLPA and the NHL are in receipt of "significant" additional claims against Babcock from his tumultuous Columbus Blue Jackets two-month tenure in 2023. If #Oilers elect to continue down the path with Mike Babcock, sources say the #NHLPA is in receipt of “significant” additional claims from their own investigation with players that were not ...
Players' Union Asks NHL for a Mike Babcock Investigation if Oilers Want to Hire Him, AP Sources Say
The NHL Players' Association has asked the league to investigate Mike Babcock's ill-fated tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets before Edmonton or any other NHL team can hire him as coach, two people with knowledge of the discussions said Wednesday.
Oilers rumors: NHL makes decision on Mike Babcock investigation amid ‘significant’ additional claims
The Edmonton Oilers want to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach, but it looks like they have to wait until his investigation is done from when he was with the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2023. Apparently, there are some significant claims from the investigation that weren’t reported that year, according to NHL insider […] The post Oilers rumors: NHL makes decision on Mike Babcock investigation amid ‘significant’ additional claims appeared first on ClutchPoints .
NHL Rumors: NHL To Investigate Babcock, Plus McDavid and Demidov Extensions
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the league will open an investigation into the incidents that led to Mike Babcock resigning as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets. How will…
NHLPA requests Oilers delay Mike Babcock hiring until investigation completed
Babcock had allegedly invaded the privacy of Blue Jackets’ players during his brief tenure as head coach.
NHLPA pushes for Mike Babcock probe amid Oilers interest rumors
The Edmonton Oilers are considering Mike Babcock for their head coach vacancy despite a controversial exit from the Columbus Blue Jackets. That had many in the league up in arms, and the union is doing something about it. The NHLPA has asked the league to investigate Babcock if the Oilers decide to hire him. “The […] The post NHLPA pushes for Mike Babcock probe amid Oilers interest rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .
3 teams that should be calling Blue Jackets about No. 14 overall pick trade
The NHL Draft is just weeks away, and the Columbus Blue Jackets may be open to making a trade. General manager Don Waddell told The Athletic that he was open to dealing the 14th overall pick before the draft. That should have the attention of every other general manager in the game, but only some […] The post 3 teams that should be calling Blue Jackets about No. 14 overall pick trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Oilers rumors: Edmonton ‘closing in’ on Mike Babcock hire, says insider
The Edmonton Oilers are looking for a new head coach. Edmonton is reportedly closing in on their guy. The team is nearing a deal to bring in Mike Babcock as the next coach, per ESPN insider Greg Wyshynski. Babcock worked previously with the Columbus Blue Jackets. It was a bizarre situation for him in Columbus. […] The post Oilers rumors: Edmonton ‘closing in’ on Mike Babcock hire, says insider appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Reports Link Mike Babcock To Edmonton Oilers' Coach Opening
Multiple reports have discussed the possibility of Mike Babcock coaching the Edmonton Oilers more than three years after resigning from the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Blue Jackets rumors: Why a Dylan Larkin trade to Columbus is ‘unlikely’
The Columbus Blue Jackets have missed the playoffs for six straight seasons, but made a run at returning this year. While the run came up short, the team looked to be moving in the right direction. Meanwhile, the Detroit Red Wings missed the playoffs again, leading to Dylan Larkin being disgruntled. After missing the Stanley […] The post Blue Jackets rumors: Why a Dylan Larkin trade to Columbus is ‘unlikely’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Mike Babcock Has Spoken to Oilers Owner About Coaching Job
Controversial former NHL head coach Mike Babcock has spoken to the ownership of the Edmonton Oilers about their vacant head coaching gig.Babcock has not coached in the NHL since the Toronto Maple Leafs fired him during the 2019-20 season. He was hired by the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2023 to become their head coach, but […] The post Mike Babcock Has Spoken to Oilers Owner About Coaching Job appeared first on HEAVY .
Report: Oilers consulting with NHLPA before potential hire of Mike Babcock
Babcock’s status with the NHLPA is up in the air after resigning as Blue Jackets head coach due to invading the privacy of players.
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