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Mike Babcock, Connor McDavid and Oilers

Insiders wonder about Oilers coach Mike Babcock’s nuclear option decision with Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl

Mike Babcock is entering his first season with the Edmonton Oilers. Babcock has prior experience working with star players and has two stars to work with: Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid. Draisaitl is excited to be coached by Babcock this year.

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Why does Leon Draisaitl believe Mike Babcock will challenge Connor McDavid differently this NHL season

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Connor McDavid calls Mike Babcock hire ‘great opportunity’ for Oilers

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Draisaitl excited to play under Babcock: ‘We’re looking to be coached’

The Edmonton Oilers core players have repeatedly stated they are excited to play under Mike Babcock as he gets set for his first stint behind an NHL bench since 2019.

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Which Player Has The Shortest Leash Under Mike Babcock

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Savoie & Howard Could Be Oilers’ 2 Most Important Pieces This Season

The Edmonton Oilers are entering their most important season of the Connor McDavid era. As has been the case in Edmonton the last several years, this is truly a Stanley Cup or bust type season, though the pressure is undeniably ramped up even more this time around.

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Could this be it for Connor McDavid and the Oilers?

This is the make or break season.

NHL Rumor Roundup: Sidney Crosby Trade Rumors Resurrected, Latest Connor McDavid Buzz

The dog days of the NHL off-season have prompted some pundits to ponder the futures of Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby and Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid.

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The Oilers Know the Clock Is Ticking on Connor McDavid

The Edmonton Oilers took what Connor McDavid called a step backward last season. That's putting it pretty mildly. After reaching the Stanley Cup Final in 2024 and again in 2025, Edmonton was knocked out in the first round last spring by the Anaheim Ducks.

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3 Teams Could Be Ready To Pounce If Connor McDavid Finally Leaves The Oilers

Connor McDavid isn’t too keen about the market or the size of the next city he’s playing in, should he exit the Oilers.

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A Connor McDavid-less future looks grim for Oilers based on The Athletic’s NHL Pipeline Rankings

Connor McDavid is one of the best players in the world. He has also been the cornerstone of the Edmonton Oilers since making his NHL debut in 2015-16. Ahead of the 2025-26 campaign, McDavid signed an extension with the Oilers that takes effect this upcoming year.

Oilers Urged To Acquire 41-Goal Scorer To Bolster Forward Units

A top Oilers beat writer believes they still need a bonafide forward to compete for the Stanley Cup, and has a name in mind.

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Will Michael Bunting join Connor McDavid as Edmonton Oilers explore affordable wing options before the NHL season begins?

There is speculation that Michael Bunting could be on the move after he trained this offseason with Edmonton Oilers stars Connor McDavid and Zach Hyman, and Bunting remains an interesting depth option after scoring 33 points during the 2025-26 NHL season.