Insider provides an important update about Mike Babcock's coaching career

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Mike Armenti
September 18, 2023 (11:47)

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Mike Babcock shocked the hockey world when he stepped down as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday afternoon, ahead of the conclusion of the investigation from the NHLPA into allegations brought forward by Spittin' Chiclets co-host Paul Bissonnette.

Bissonnette had revealed last week that Babcock had used his position to gain access to players' phones to view photos in an attempt to get to know them better. Apparently, per Bissonnette's allegations, Babcock crossed lines with a number of players on the team, leading to the NHLPA investigation.

There has been plenty of speculation since Babcock's resignation that he could yet seek employment with another team at some point in the future. However, one NHL Insider says that isn't the case.

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"Absolutely notthis was already going to be his last job in the NHL. The way this has unraveled I don't see him seeking other employment and I don't see other teams coming knocking."

Babcock's time in the NHL should have been over after his treatment of a rookie Mitch Marner came to light, leading to a number of other former players who played under Babcock airing their grievances with the head coach on social media and in interviews. The hire in Columbus was an ill-advised one in the first place and I don't know how surprised anyone really is that he crossed lines once again, as he has clearly done many times in the past.