Former hawks legend reflects on Babcock's departure and Its Impact

Chelios believes that Babcock's departure could, in fact, strengthen the Blue Jackets. In his own words,

The controversy surrounding Mike Babcock erupted when the NHL Players' Association (NHLPA) launched an investigation into troubling allegations.

The investigation revealed disturbing details, indicating that Babcock had attempted to connect with his players by intruding into their personal photos and data on their phones.

The allegations gained widespread attention when they were disclosed on the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, where hosts Paul Bissonnette and Ryan Whitney provided their insights on the matter.

In response to these revelations, Babcock and Blue Jackets' team captain Boone Jenner issued joint statements expressing their sentiments.

Following a swift and comprehensive investigation, the NHLPA, Blue Jackets management, and Mike Babcock jointly agreed that parting ways was in the best interest of the team.