# Babcock Takes Helm in Edmonton

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Podcast: [Edmonton Oilers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-oilers-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7534175)
Published: 2026-06-23T16:02:12+00:00
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## Resource

The Edmonton Oilers have made a bold move by hiring Mike Babcock as head coach — a seven-hundred-win veteran with a trophy case that includes a Stanley Cup, two Olympic golds, a World Championship, and a World Cup. Despite a recent conduct investigation that didn’t derail his NHL career, Babcock brings the perfect mix of accountability and championship pedigree to a team hungry for its first title. Joining him is D.J. Smith, his former assistant from Toronto and now interim Kings coach, creating a seasoned, battle-tested bench. This is a high-stakes gamble — but with Babcock at the helm, the Oilers are betting on a deep playoff run and a long-awaited Cup. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/951d5ca72eb8d268

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