NHLPA’s Marty Walsh says players aren’t driving Oilers’ Mike Babcock pursuit

NHLPA's Marty Walsh says players aren't driving Oilers' Mike Babcock pursuit

The debate surrounding the Edmonton Oilers‘ pursuit of Mike Babcock took another turn this week after NHLPA Executive Director Marty Walsh pushed back on suggestions that players were behind the organization’s interest in the veteran coach. Speaking on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio, Walsh made it clear that responsibility for coaching hires belongs to management, not … Read more

Connor McDavid sends two-word message to Team Canada amid FIFA World Cup 2026

Connor McDavid sends two-word message to Team Canada amid FIFA World Cup 2026

Connor McDavid may be Canada’s biggest hockey star, but this week his attention shifted to the country’s soccer team as it opens the 2026 FIFA World Cup. McDavid took to Instagram to show support for Canada’s men’s national team, sharing two stories. The first featured McDavid’s group dressed in Canadian colors outside the stadium, accompanied … Read more

Oilers Rumors: Darren Dreger details what a Darnell Nurse trade could look like

Oilers Rumors: Darren Dreger details what a Darnell Nurse trade could look like

The Edmonton Oilers and Darnell Nurse appear headed toward a split, but moving the veteran defenseman may be far more complicated than simply finding a willing trade partner. Speaking on TSN, insider Darren Dreger outlined the challenges facing Oilers general manager Stan Bowman as he attempts to navigate one of the most significant potential trades … Read more

‘Be careful what you wish for’: Ex-NHLer Frank Corrado warns Oilers about Mike Babcock

Ex-NHLer Frank Corrado warns Oilers about Mike Babcock

The Edmonton Oilers‘ pursuit of Mike Babcock continues to divide opinion across the hockey world, and former NHL defenseman Frank Corrado has become the latest voice urging caution. Speaking on Leafs Morning Take, Corrado admitted he was not surprised when reports surfaced linking Babcock to Edmonton’s coaching vacancy. In fact, he previously believed the Oilers … Read more

Edmonton Oilers’ pursuit of Mike Babcock hits a new roadblock

Edmonton Oilers' pursuit of Mike Babcock hits a new roadblock

The Edmonton Oilers‘ effort to hire veteran coach Mike Babcock has encountered a significant obstacle after the NHL Players’ Association formally requested a league investigation into allegations tied to his brief tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets. NHL insider Darren Dreger reported on X that “the NHLPA has asked the NHL to move forward with … Read more

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