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Oilers’ Mike Babcock blasts team after ‘ridiculous’ opening night - The Big Lead

·Sep 30, 2026
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Photo credit : Dec 1, 2018; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach Mike Babcock looks on during the game against the Minnesota Wild in the 3rd period at Xcel Energy Center. The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-3. Mandatory Credit: David Berding-USA TODAY Sports

NHL head coach Mike Babcock did not mince words after the Edmonton Oilers opened their 2026-27 season with a 6-5 overtime loss to the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night.

Babcock described Edmonton’s performance as “ridiculous” after the Oilers surrendered six goals on just 23 shots. The head coach felt his team was fortunate to escape with a point in the standings, particularly after allowing Vancouver several dangerous chances during overtime.

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