Babcock given permission to speak with other teams

[Jasmine]

Yup, so I guess his tenure in Detroit is coming to an end...

Can't wait to see who talks to him and how much they offer..

[Alfie11]

It'll be interesting to see how he does with whatever team he goes to. Although he's been very consistent in Detroit, it's really tough to tell how good a coach really is. The Red Wings have always had a great team, and his only other things to judge from is his international experience and his time with the Ducks (for just two seasons).

I could see him in San Jose. Someone is going to give him a big contract I'm sure.

[Josh]

I wonder if Paulrus could go back to Detroit..?

[Josh]

Babcock will reportedly have made his decision known by Wednesday, May 20th: http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=7...d=nhl:topheads

The article suggests that the potential candidates are Buffalo, Detroit, Edmonton, New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Jose, and Toronto.

[Jasmine]

According to Bob MacKenzie, the front runners are Buffalo & Detroit...

[Josh]

He just signed in Toronto: http://forum.highonhockey.com/forum/...by-maple-leafs