Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock was on the bench for the team's recent NHL games in October 2026, including matchups against the San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Detroit Red Wings.
Photographs from the games show defenseman Jake Walman (No. 96) in action against the Sharks on Oct. 10, the Maple Leafs' Gavin McKenna (No. 92) on Oct. 24, and the Red Wings' Dylan Larkin (No. 71) on Oct. 26.
The Oilers' early-season schedule featured road and home contests as Babcock continues to implement his system with the club.
