Leon Draisaitl has joined Connor McDavid in publicly backing new Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock. Speaking on the same day as his captain, Draisaitl expressed confidence that Babcock is the right coach to guide Edmonton back into Stanley Cup contention. The Oilers hired Babcock on June 23 after firing Kris Knoblauch following a disappointing … Read more
Connor McDavid‘s public support for Mike Babcock has led to debate among Edmonton Oilers fans. The NHL star addressed the coaching change during Zach Hyman’s annual charity golf tournament on Monday. McDavid defended the organization’s decision after meeting with Babcock before the hiring. His comments reflected the confidence shown by Edmonton’s leadership group throughout the … Read more
Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Jay Rosehill believes Darren Ferris did more harm than good by revisiting Mitch Marner’s long-running contract story. Speaking on Leafs Morning Take, Rosehill questioned why Marner’s agent chose to reopen old wounds more than a year after the winger left Toronto. Ferris recently discussed Marner’s entry-level contract negotiations and argued … Read more
Jonathan Toews reacts as Patrick Kane returns to the Blackhawks on a two-year contract.
Connor McDavid‘s contract value has become one of hockey’s biggest talking points. While former NHL player Ryan Whitney believes the Edmonton Oilers captain deserves a historic $23 million annual salary, NHL insider Jason Gregor does not see that happening. Speaking on The Jason Gregor Show, Gregor dismissed the growing speculation surrounding McDavid’s next contract. He … Read more
