Multiple reports say the NHL Players’ Association is requesting that the NHL conduct an investigation involving former coach Mike Babcock if the Edmonton Oilers move to hire him. The claims reference AP-sourced information and are also echoed by Global News. The reports describe that some former players who have spoken publicly frame Babcock’s coaching style as “old-school,” and they characterize certain behaviors as potentially bullying. The request to investigate is presented as a response to those concerns, rather than a finding of wrongdoing. Neither report provides specific details of the alleged conduct or outlines what evidence the union is seeking the league to review. The reports also do not confirm the NHL’s next steps or timeline for any review. The Oilers’ plans regarding a potential hiring are referenced only in connection with the union’s conditional request, with the focus remaining on whether the NHL should examine the allegations before any employment decision. Overall, the coverage centers on the union’s call for scrutiny and the nature of the concerns raised by former players.