All posts tagged "Mike Babcock"

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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 days ago

  Analyst “Deeply Skeptical” of Oilers Biggest Offseason Change

  The Edmonton Oilers had an interesting offseason and one writers isn't sold that the changes they made improved the team a...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 6 days ago

  How Mike Babcock’s Challenge Could Ignite Trent Frederic in Edmonton

  The Edmonton Oilers may have the key to the team's bottom-six success already under contract. Can Trent Frederic rebound?

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 6 days ago

  Why Mike Babcock Will Slow Down Connor McDavid’s Scoring

  McDavid will dominate, but could Babcock’s structured system keep him from chasing another historic point total? The answer may surprise.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 6 days ago

  One Current Oiler Will Be Key To Mike Babcock’s Success

  Mike Babcock is going to need a few players to perform well under him in Edmonton, but one Oilers will be...

  By Jim Parsons
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 week ago

  “Targeted Oiler” Laughs Off Mike Babcock Bully Allegations

  Vasily Podkolzin is theoretically the type of player Mike Babcock might target this season, but do you think he's worried? Clearly...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 week ago

  Andersen Could Have a Surprising Role with Oilers to Start 2026-27 Season

  Is there a strong chance that Mike Babcock goes with Frederik Andersen as his starting goalie for the Oilers this season?

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 week ago

  For Podkolzin, the Oilers’ Biggest Challenge Is Accountability

  Mike Babcock is the headline, but Podkolzin revealed the real Oilers challenge: building accountability beyond their superstars.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 week ago

  Connor McDavid Trapped Himself Out of an Oilers Trade Request

  Now that Connor McDavid played a huge role in the Edmonton Oilers hiring Mike Babcock, it's not so easy for him...

  By Jim Parsons
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Maple Leafs & Senators Angry

  Laine to Edmonton? Alfredsson to Toronto? Giroux stays in Ottawa? Three surprising NHL moves shaping the offseason.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 weeks ago

  Oilers Could Right a Wrong and Unlock Second Power Play Unit with Unsigned UFA

  Is there a chance that the Edmonton Oilers could bring in a power play sniper under Mike Babcock that every least...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 weeks ago

  Oilers’ Mike Babcock Wasted No Time Calling Out McDavid and Draisaitl

  Mike Babcock wasted no time calling out Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and this is exactly what they wanted.

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 2 weeks ago

  What Should Fans Watch for in the 2026-27 NHL Season?

  NHL 2026-27 feels like a mix of deeper rosters, rising young stars, and teams trying to prove they belong in the...

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 3 weeks ago

  Growing Push for Oilers to Reunite With Familiar Face Given Babcock’s Plans

  Is Corey Perry the perfect fit for the Edmonton Oilers this season, given what Mike Babcock plans to do as the...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Jets, Canucks & Oilers’ Babcock Impact

  Three NHL storylines are heating up fast: Hellebuyck trade buzz, Vancouver's big decision, and Babcock's Oilers impact.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  Connor McDavid Backs Mike Babcock: “This Is What We Want”

  Connor McDavid spoke for the first time since the Mike Babcock hiring and emphatically supported the move.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  Ex-NHLer Rips Mike Babcock: “He’s Gotten Worse”

  A former NHL player wasn’t shy about criticizing Mike Babcock’s introductory press conference.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  These Oilers Players Could Benefit from Babcock’s Tough Love

  Babcock brings risk and opportunity. If Oilers leaders buy in, Edmonton could discover there's more than a warning label here.

  By Old Prof
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  Calgary Flames

  / 4 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Flames & Jets Rumour

  Babcock meets Oilers stars, Flames swing big for Nemec, and Hellebuyck trade talk heats up with one major sticking point.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  The Oilers Player Who Makes the Babcock Hire More Interesting

  Zach Hyman’s history with Mike Babcock could matter more than expected as Oilers stars weigh coaching direction and leadership fit.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  Babcock Doubles Down: Will Oilers Regret What They Asked For?

  Mike Babcock showed no remorse in his presser on Tuesday, but this is exaclty what the Edmonton Oilers wanted, isn't it?

  By NHL Trade Talk