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One of Connor McDavid’s former coaches with the Edmonton Oilers is certainly a believer he’ll be a champion one day. Long-time NHL coach Dave Tippett was a guest on the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast this week, reminiscing about his days with the Phoenix Coyotes with former players Paul Bissonnette and Keith Yandle.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Ryan Whitney Calls Tom Dundon 'Insane' Over Stanley Cup Engraving

Carolina Hurricanes owner Tom Dundon continues to face criticism after the team's Stanley Cup engraving led to controversy across the hockey world. Former NHL defenseman Ryan Whitney became the latest prominent voice to question Dundon's decision during the Spittin Chiclets podcast.

Buffalo Sabres News / Dose.ca / April 14

The Sabres prove the doubters wrong

The Sabres are going to make the playoffs. Finally! The team's last playoff appearance was back in 2011. That's been a hell of a long time… and the Sabres organization hasn't forgotten it.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

Connor McDavid To Leave Oilers? Ryan Whitney Floats Theory Of Star Forward Leaving Edmonton For Eastern Conference Team

Connor McDavid has been the face of the Edmonton Oilers for nearly a decade, and his impact on the franchise is already legendary. Season after season, he has not only met expectations but exceeded them.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / House of Hockey / August 31, 2025

Controversial NHL Analyst Ryan Whitney Would Cut Norris Winner Adam Fox Off Team USA for One Specific Player

Adam Fox's reputation took a hit at the Four Nations, and now Ryan Whitney reveals he would cut Fox from Team USA for rising star Lane Hutson. In previous years, Adam Fox has been regarded as one of the best defenseman in the National Hockey League, but at the Four Nations, his poor play meant his reputation took a major hit.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / June 19, 2025

Ryan Whitney Puts Bruins On Blast for Brad Marchand Trade

After spending 16 years with the Boston Bruins, Brad Marchand is now a two-time Stanley Cup champion, lifting the trophy as a member of the Florida Panthers following his mid-season move to Sunrise.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / June 18, 2025

Former Defenseman Ryan Whitney Goes Off on Oilers After Humiliating Elimination Game Collapse

Former defenseman and current host of Spittin' Chiclets, Ryan Whitney, absolutely blasted the Oilers online with how horrible their play was in Game 6.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / House of Hockey / May 1, 2025

Ryan Whitney Blasts the Maple Leafs Ahead of Crucial Game 6

The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the verge of blowing a major lead, and now Ryan Whitney has called out the entire organization as a result. After winning

NHL News / Hockey Latest / May 1, 2025

New Information Reveals Why the Oilers Will Win Game 6 and Eliminate the Kings

A new statistical report, as well as information from NHL analyst Ryan Whitney, reveals why the Oilers have a clear advantage to win Game 6 and eliminate the Kings.

Ottawa Senators News / Blade of Steel / March 8, 2025

Warning sent to Sens fans amid Tkachuk's reaction to anthem boos

Former NHLer sends warning to Senators fans amid Brady Tkachuk's reaction to anthem boos

Brady Tkachuk appeared clearly annoyed when Senators fans were booing the U.S. anthem, and former NHLer Ryan Whitney issued a warning to all of these fans.

Penguins acquire Maple Leafs defenseman in last-second trade

Top NHL insider calls out Penguins for completing 'dumbest' trade in the last 25 years

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / January 14, 2025

ECHL: Greensboro Announces Co-Owners and Logo

Earlier this year, the ECHL announced that Greensboro would become the 30th team in the league, with play beginning next October. Today, we received more exciting news as they revealed the team’s name and introduced some notable co-owners.

Philadelphia Flyers News / House of Hockey / January 14, 2025

Paul Bissonnette, Ryan Whitney, and Keith Yandle Join Ownership Group of New Expansion Team

The ECHL affiliate for the Carolina Hurricanes has a new ownership group, and man, is it star-laden: former NHLers, including Paul Bissonnette, headline.