# The Mike Babcock Era Begins in Edmonton + David Pagnotta

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Podcast: [Oilersnation Everyday with Tyler & Liam](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oilersnation-everyday-with-tyler-liam-5718810)
Published: 2026-06-23T19:17:53+00:00
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## Resource

The Edmonton Oilers have finally made their decision. On today's episode of Oilersnation Everyday, Tyler Yaremchuk and Liam Horrobin break down the biggest news of the offseason as the Oilers have officially named Mike Babcock as the franchise's next head coach. The boys will dive into every angle of the hiring, including why Edmonton ultimately chose Babcock, what he brings behind the bench, and how his coaching style could impact a roster built around Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. They'll also discuss the addition of DJ Smith as associate coach and what the new-look coaching staff could mean for the team's chances of finally getting over the hump and winning a Stanley Cup. Later in the show, NHL insider David Pagnotta joins the program to share his thoughts on the hiring, discuss how the process unfolded, and provide insight into what Oilers fans can expect moving forward. With an introductory press conference scheduled for later today, there will be plenty to discuss as Edmonton officially begins a new chapter behind the bench. After that, Tyler and Liam will turn their attention to NHL free agency. With July 1 quickly approaching, they'll look at some of the names expected to hit the open market and identify a few value targets that could make sense for the Oilers as they continue building around their championship core. To wrap up the show, Liam unveils a new edition of Liam's Board and shares his favourite daily betting plays courtesy of bet365. 💬 Join the conversation live and let us know: What grade would you give the Oilers' decision to hire Mike Babcock? 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Bell for daily Oilers coverage all offseason long. 🎰 PARTNERS & SPONSORS bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/ Sports Closet: https://sportscloset.ca/ Bright Dental: https://b…

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