Detroit Red Wings Coach Mike Babcock Faces Investigation After Resignation

Detroit Red Wings' former head coach Mike Babcock is currently under investigation by the NHL following his abrupt resignation from the Columbus Blue Jackets in September 2023. Babcock, who previously led the Red Wings to a Stanley Cup victory in 2008, resigned before coaching a single game for the Blue Jackets. The investigation was prompted by concerns raised by the Players’ Association regarding Babcock's requests for personal photos from players, which were viewed as an invasion of privacy. The NHL delayed the investigation until after the Stanley Cup Final, which concluded recently with the Carolina Hurricanes defeating the Vegas Golden Knights. Babcock's coaching career has been marred by allegations of bullying, with former players, including Johan Franzen from the Red Wings, expressing their negative experiences under his leadership. As the Edmonton Oilers seek a new head coach following their playoff exit, Babcock's future in the NHL remains uncertain as the investigation unfolds.