Report: At least two Oilers players are done with the team in the wake of Babcock hiring

It's official, the Edmonton Oilers are hiring Mike Babcock.

Concluding today's investigation by the NHL and the NHLPA, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reports that the Oilers are now officially undergoing contract negotiations to hire Babcock as their new head coach.

Earlier today, the NHL announced that it has completed its investigation of former head coach Mike Babcock and has officially ruled that he is eligible to return to the league.

From NHL commissioner Gary Bettman:

“The League has completed its review of Mike Babcock’s tenure in Columbus, and of certain alleged conduct associated therewith. Our investigation has concluded that, even in a light least favorable to Mr. Babcock, there is no current basis to restrict his employment in the League.”

The ball is officially in your court, Stan Bowman.

The complete impact of this move remains to be seen but we now know that at least two players won't be returning to Edmonton next season, whether they have Babcock behind the bench or not.

NHL insider David Pagnotta reports today that veterans Adam Henrique and Jack Roslovic will be moving on this offseason.

From Pagnotta earlier today:

After scoring 21 goals with the Edmonton Oilers this season, it sounds like Jack Roslovic will be hitting the free agent next month. Adam Henrique is not expected back in Edmonton, either.

Again, it's not clear if these departures have anything to do with Babcock or not, but... really... would you be surprised?