On October 21, 2019, the Columbus Blue Jackets announced the hiring of Mike Babcock as their new head coach. Babcock, a veteran coach with over 20 years of experience, is coming off a successful tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he led them to the playoffs in three of his four seasons.
Babcock is no stranger to success, having won a Stanley Cup with the Detroit Red Wings in 2008 and two Olympic gold medals with Team Canada in 2010 and 2014. He is also the winningest coach in Maple Leafs history, having won more games than any other coach in franchise history.
The hiring of Babcock is a major coup for the Blue Jackets, who have been looking for a coach that can take them to the next level. Babcock is known for his ability to get the most out of his players and for his commitment to team-building. He is also known for his ability to develop young players, something that the Blue Jackets have been lacking in recent years.
Babcock’s hiring has been met with excitement by Blue Jackets fans, who are hopeful that he can bring the team back to the playoffs and beyond. The team has not made the playoffs since 2017 and has not won a playoff series since 2014. With Babcock at the helm, the Blue Jackets are hoping to turn things around and become a contender in the Eastern Conference.
The hiring of Mike Babcock is a major step forward for the Columbus Blue Jackets. With his experience and track record of success, Babcock is the perfect coach to lead the Blue Jackets back to the playoffs and beyond. It will be exciting to see what he can do with this team and how he can help them reach their potential.
