The Edmonton Oilers have officially hired Mike Babcock as their new head coach. This decision comes after the NHL concluded its investigation into Babcock's past conduct.

The NHL announced it has completed its review of Mike Babcock's tenure in Columbus and has cleared him to coach the Edmonton Oilers, should they decide to hire him. The investigation was launched at the request of the NHL Players' Association.

Mike Babcock, a leading candidate for the Edmonton Oilers' head coach position, is facing strong criticism from an insider who labeled him a 'fraud'.