Mike Murphy (he/him/his)
@mikemurphyhky.bsky.social
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I write about hockey
"@DigDeepBSB" in the land of Mordor.
I write about hockey
"@DigDeepBSB" in the land of Mordor.
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Alex Carpenter, Hilary Knight, and rising stars lead a dominant U.S. performance as Czechia shows flashes of promise in its second Olympic appearance. www.theicegarden.com/usa-opens-20...
USA Opens 2026 Olympic Campaign with 5‑1 Win Over Czechia, Historic First Point for Laila Edwards
Alex Carpenter, Hilary Knight, and rising stars lead a dominant U.S. performance as Czechia shows flashes of promise in its second Olympic appearance.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Alex Carpenter, Hilary Knight, and rising stars lead a dominant U.S. performance as Czechia shows flashes of promise in its second Olympic appearance. www.theicegarden.com/usa-opens-20...
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Heading into her third Olympics, Andrea Brändli is enjoying the journey and doing it her way. www.theicegarden.com/team-switzer...
Team Switzerland Goaltender Andrea Brändli is Carving Her Own Path
Heading into her third Olympics, Andrea Brändli is enjoying the journey and doing it her way.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Heading into her third Olympics, Andrea Brändli is enjoying the journey and doing it her way. www.theicegarden.com/team-switzer...
Please check out @theicegarden.bsky.social's Olympics coverage and support our work with a paid subscription.
If you like or love what we're doing, please support our work. I want to keep growing our staff and offering higher monthly stipends to the hardest working folks I know.
If you like or love what we're doing, please support our work. I want to keep growing our staff and offering higher monthly stipends to the hardest working folks I know.
February 5, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Please check out @theicegarden.bsky.social's Olympics coverage and support our work with a paid subscription.
If you like or love what we're doing, please support our work. I want to keep growing our staff and offering higher monthly stipends to the hardest working folks I know.
If you like or love what we're doing, please support our work. I want to keep growing our staff and offering higher monthly stipends to the hardest working folks I know.
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A look at all 42 NCAA and U Sports athletes competing in women's hockey at the Olympics.
College Hockey at the 2026 Olympics
A look at all 42 NCAA and U Sports athletes competing in women's hockey at the Olympics.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
A look at all 42 NCAA and U Sports athletes competing in women's hockey at the Olympics.
NJ Transit morning commute.
February 5, 2026 at 11:16 AM
NJ Transit morning commute.
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Switzerland heads back to the Olympic Games firmly in Group A, and look to get back to the medal round after a fourth-place finish in 2022.
2026 Olympic Preview: Switzerland
Switzerland heads back to the Olympic Games firmly in Group A, and look to get back to the medal round after a fourth-place finish in 2022.
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February 4, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Switzerland heads back to the Olympic Games firmly in Group A, and look to get back to the medal round after a fourth-place finish in 2022.
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The odds are stacked against Olympic newcomer Team France advancing beyond the group stage. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
2026 Olympic Preview: France
The odds are stacked against Olympic newcomer Team France advancing beyond the group stage.
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February 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM
The odds are stacked against Olympic newcomer Team France advancing beyond the group stage. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
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Japan looks to keep smiling on their quest for an Olympic medal.
2026 Olympic Preview: Japan
Japan looks to keep smiling on their quest for an Olympic medal.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Japan looks to keep smiling on their quest for an Olympic medal.
I actually wrote a thing!
The odds are stacked against Olympic newcomer Team France advancing beyond the group stage. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
2026 Olympic Preview: France
The odds are stacked against Olympic newcomer Team France advancing beyond the group stage.
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February 3, 2026 at 4:51 PM
I actually wrote a thing!
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Sweden's senior national team has been on the rise as of late and they'll look to continue their ascent upon their return to Italy, the site of their highest-ever placement at the Olympics.
2026 Olympic Preview: Sweden
Sweden's senior national team has been on the rise as of late and they'll look to continue their ascent upon their return to Italy, the site of their highest-ever placement at the Olympics.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Sweden's senior national team has been on the rise as of late and they'll look to continue their ascent upon their return to Italy, the site of their highest-ever placement at the Olympics.
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Penn State star Tessa Janecke wrote down "I want to be an Olympian" as a goal when she was a child. Now the 21-year-old is accomplishing that objective at this year's Winter Olympics.
Penn State's Tessa Janecke Makes Childhood Olympic Dream Come True
Penn State star Tessa Janecke wrote down "I want to be an Olympian" as a goal when she was a child. Now the 21-year-old is accomplishing that objective at this year's Winter Olympics.
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February 3, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Penn State star Tessa Janecke wrote down "I want to be an Olympian" as a goal when she was a child. Now the 21-year-old is accomplishing that objective at this year's Winter Olympics.
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Get to know St. Cloud State and Germany forward Svenja Voigt before the start of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
2026 Olympics Profile: St. Cloud State and Germany National Team Forward Svenja Voigt
Get to know St. Cloud State and Germany forward Svenja Voigt before the start of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 2, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Get to know St. Cloud State and Germany forward Svenja Voigt before the start of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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As we enter the Olympic break, take a look at some key numbers that defined the first half of the season for the Montréal Victoire.
By the Numbers: Montréal Victoire in Good Form Heading into Olympic Break
As we enter the Olympic break, take a look at some key numbers that defined the first half of the season for the Montréal Victoire.
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February 2, 2026 at 6:01 PM
As we enter the Olympic break, take a look at some key numbers that defined the first half of the season for the Montréal Victoire.
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NEW: I wrote a little about why I think The Athletic should either correct or retract their puff piece on Britta Curl from December, in light of even more evidence of her anti-trans views. It was a blatant attempt at damage control ahead of the Olympics & The Athletic participated in it.
the athletic should retract their britta curl redemption story
and links from the week in queer sports
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February 2, 2026 at 4:36 PM
NEW: I wrote a little about why I think The Athletic should either correct or retract their puff piece on Britta Curl from December, in light of even more evidence of her anti-trans views. It was a blatant attempt at damage control ahead of the Olympics & The Athletic participated in it.
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LJ and guest Meredith dig into how Sweden became the only country other than the US or Canada to appear in an Olympic gold medal game. www.theicegarden.com/purple-posts...
Purple Posts Episode 7: Sweden's 2006 Olympic Miracle
LJ and guest Meredith dig into how Sweden became the only country other than the US or Canada to appear in an Olympic gold medal game.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:16 AM
LJ and guest Meredith dig into how Sweden became the only country other than the US or Canada to appear in an Olympic gold medal game. www.theicegarden.com/purple-posts...
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Germany’s return to the Olympics in Milan comes after more than a decade spent rebuilding outside the Games. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
2026 Olympics Preview: Germany
Germany’s return to the Olympics in Milan comes after more than a decade spent rebuilding outside the Games.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Germany’s return to the Olympics in Milan comes after more than a decade spent rebuilding outside the Games. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
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Get to know Mercyhurst’s Julia Schalin who will represent Finland at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
2026 Olympics Profile: Mercyhurst and Finland National Team Forward Julia Schalin
Get to know Mercyhurst’s Julia Schalin who will represent Finland at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Get to know Mercyhurst’s Julia Schalin who will represent Finland at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Czechia have never won a medal in Women's ice hockey at the Olympics. Is this the year that changes?
2026 Olympic Preview: Czechia
Czechia have never won a medal in Women's ice hockey at the Olympics. Is this the year that changes?
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February 2, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Czechia have never won a medal in Women's ice hockey at the Olympics. Is this the year that changes?
On Jan. 28, I reached out to FIERCE for comment on the language of their press kit.
I asked if FIERCE offers and welcomes opportunities to work with athletes, athletes outside of the gender binary, and trans athletes.
I have not heard back.
I asked if FIERCE offers and welcomes opportunities to work with athletes, athletes outside of the gender binary, and trans athletes.
I have not heard back.
February 2, 2026 at 3:43 PM
On Jan. 28, I reached out to FIERCE for comment on the language of their press kit.
I asked if FIERCE offers and welcomes opportunities to work with athletes, athletes outside of the gender binary, and trans athletes.
I have not heard back.
I asked if FIERCE offers and welcomes opportunities to work with athletes, athletes outside of the gender binary, and trans athletes.
I have not heard back.
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The host country returns to Olympic women's hockey with a roster of experienced dual passport holders and some exciting homegrown talent.
2026 Olympics Preview: Italy
The host country returns to Olympic women's hockey with a roster of experienced dual passport holders and some exciting homegrown talent.
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January 31, 2026 at 1:01 PM
The host country returns to Olympic women's hockey with a roster of experienced dual passport holders and some exciting homegrown talent.
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Team USA enters the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics looking like the more dominant North American squad- but can it translate into their third gold medal? www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
2026 Olympic Preview: United States
Team USA enters the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics looking like the more dominant North American squad- but can it translate into their third gold medal?
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January 31, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Team USA enters the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympics looking like the more dominant North American squad- but can it translate into their third gold medal? www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
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Where the 2022 gold medalists stand as they head to Milan. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
2026 Olympics Preview: Canada
Where the 2022 gold medalists stand as they head to Milan.
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February 1, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Where the 2022 gold medalists stand as they head to Milan. www.theicegarden.com/2026-olympic...
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In this week's podcast, Maya is joined by Lydia to discuss the PWHL trade, the Fleet, and the Olympics. www.theicegarden.com/the-ix-sport...
The IX Sports Hockey Podcast: Olympic preview
In this week's podcast, Maya is joined by Lydia to discuss the PWHL trade, the Fleet, and the Olympics.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:43 PM
In this week's podcast, Maya is joined by Lydia to discuss the PWHL trade, the Fleet, and the Olympics. www.theicegarden.com/the-ix-sport...
This is tremendous work from Sally!
Team Italy defender Nadia Mattivi takes us inside her journey to Milano Cortina.
An Olympian's Scrapbook: Nadia Mattivi
Team Italy defender Nadia Mattivi takes us inside her journey to Milano Cortina.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:06 PM
This is tremendous work from Sally!
In and outside of the rink we all make decisions that influence this space. I encourage you to be the person who chooses kindness. Do the little things that can make those who so often feel unwelcome and unsafe feel like they belong. It truly is not hard.
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A Directory of LGBTQ+ Hockey Programs and Leagues
We at TIG believe in living one's truth and that you should be free to play hockey without discrimination. Here's a list of queer-friendly leagues and programs that help achieve that.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:07 PM
In and outside of the rink we all make decisions that influence this space. I encourage you to be the person who chooses kindness. Do the little things that can make those who so often feel unwelcome and unsafe feel like they belong. It truly is not hard.
www.theicegarden.com/a-directory-...
www.theicegarden.com/a-directory-...