Connor McDavid And Oilers Turn To Mike Babcock For Stanley Cup

The Edmonton Oilers hired veteran coach Mike Babcock to help leadership stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl capture an elusive Stanley Cup. Following consecutive final appearances in 2024 and '25 and a first-round exit last spring, management turned to Babcock's extensive experience, 700 regular-season wins, and accountability to push the Cup-favorite roster over the top.