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Why Leon Draisaitl backs Mike Babcock asOilers coach for 2026-27 NHL season

GLOBAL SPORTS DESK24 Aug 2026, 12:45 pmUpdated 10h ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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Why Leon Draisaitl backs Mike Babcock as Oilers coach for 2026-27 NHL season

Leon Draisaitl has publicly advocated for Mike Babcock to be the coach of the Edmonton Oilers in the 2026-27 NHL season, citing the coach’s accountability, clear plan and high standards. Following a rollercoaster 2025-26 campaign that ended with a first-round playoff exit, Draisaitl said Edmonton needs a new way of thinking. His comments add to a growing chorus of support for Babcock from Edmonton’s leadership group.

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Source: Times of India · GLOBAL SPORTS DESK. Published 24 Aug 2026, 12:45 pm.

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