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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1855, Pavel Nakhimov, Russian admiral (born 1802) passed away. In 1863, Albert Calmette, French physician, bacteriologist, and immunologist (died 1933) was born. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1930, Gordon Pinsent, Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (died 2023) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. In 2000, Charles Merritt, Canadian colonel and politician, Victoria Cross recipient (born 1908) passed away. In 2008, Bobby Murcer, American baseball player, coach, and sportscaster (born 1946) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Oilers hire Mike Babcock, inviting disaster at a pivotal moment in franchise history
The Oilers are taking a major risk by hiring Babcock with the team at a crossroads
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Canadian Sport Scene
· Jun 24, 2026
Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach
The Edmonton Oilers have named Mike Babcock of Manitiouwadge, Ontario as their head coach according to Craig Ellingson of CTV News. Babcock replaces Kris Knoblauch, who the Oilers fired on May 14. The Knoblauch firing was a surprise to many because the Oilers reached the 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup Finals with Knoblauch in charge. [] The post Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.
Sweden Herald
· Jun 23, 2026
Controversial Mike Babcock back in the NHL as Edmonton Oilers head coach
Controversial Mike Babcock back in the NHL as Edmonton Oilers head coach
Fox News
· Jun 23, 2026
Mike Babcock going to Edmonton just made the Oilers appointment viewing this upcoming season
Mike Babcock officially named Edmonton Oilers coach, bringing the Stanley Cup winner back to the NHL bench with Connor McDavid's future at stake.
UPI
· Jun 23, 2026
Edmonton Oilers hire Mike Babcock as coach after NHL clearance
Edmonton Oilers hire Mike Babcock as coach after NHL clearance
Free Press
· Jul 10, 2026
Weekend at Mitch's
Weekend at Mitch's
Global News
· Jun 23, 2026
Timeline: Key moments in Babcock’s path to Oilers
Mike Babcock's coaching career has included a Stanley Cup title, two Olympic gold medals, high-profile NHL jobs and scrutiny over his treatment of players.
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Related coverage for " Oilers hire Mike Babcock, inviting disaster at a pivotal moment in franchise history ": Canadian Sport Scene — Oilers name Mike Babcock head coach. Sweden Herald — Controversial Mike Babcock back in the NHL as Edmonton Oilers head coach. Fox News — Mike Babcock going to Edmonton just made the Oilers appointment viewing this upcoming season. UPI — Edmonton Oilers hire Mike Babcock as coach after NHL clearance. Free Press — Weekend at Mitch's. Global News — Timeline: Key moments in Babcock’s path to Oilers