# On the Sheet: Emily Kaplan on the NHL Clearing Mike Babcock to Return, Tortorella's Next Move, and more

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Podcast: [The Sheet with Jeff Marek](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-sheet-with-jeff-marek-7085727)
Published: 2026-06-18T21:19:29+00:00
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Emily Kaplan joins Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski to discuss the Edmonton Oilers' interest in Mike Babcock and the NHL's review process that was required to determine whether he would be cleared to return behind an NHL bench. They break down how the process unfolded, what factors were considered by the league, and what the decision means for both Babcock and the Oilers as Edmonton looks to name its next head coach. Plus, they discuss John Tortorella's future after parting ways with the Vegas Golden Knights and take a look at some of the biggest storylines shaping the NHL offseason. SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼 Fan Duel: https://www.fanduel.com/ 👍🏼 Canadian Blood Services: https://www.blood.ca/ 👍🏼 Ninja: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-crispi-pro-6-in-1-countertop-glass-air-fryer-rose-quartz/AS101CRS.html?utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Paid+Social&utm_campaign=H1NinjaCrispi&utm_content=NinjaEN&dwvar_AS101CRS_color=cdb9b8 Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! #NHL #TheSheet #JeffMarek #DavidPagnotta #TorontoMapleLeafs #LeafsForever #JosephWoll #SamuelErsson #EmilAndrae #PhiladelphiaFlyers #VegasGoldenKnights #JohnTortorella #CHL #DanMacKenzie #MemorialCup #Hockey Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401 🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom 🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army 🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtub…

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