Stephen Whyno
@swhyno.bsky.social
AP Hockey Writer. Cover the NHL, horse racing and other New York area sports. Author of "Odd Man In: Hockey's Emergency Goalies and the Wildest One-Day Job in Sports." Wawa enthusiast.
The norovirus situation with Finland's women's hockey team appears to be improving ahead of a scheduled game against the U.S. tomorrow: apnews.com/article/wint...
Finland's norovirus situation appears to be improving ahead of scheduled game against the U.S.
The situation with the Finland’s women’s hockey team appears to be improving after norovirus depleted its roster and caused the postponement of its first game at the Milan Olympics.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:07 PM
The norovirus situation with Finland's women's hockey team appears to be improving ahead of a scheduled game against the U.S. tomorrow: apnews.com/article/wint...
Sad news from back home that Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen has died. He was 91: apnews.com/article/sonn...
Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen dies at age 91
Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen has died. He was 91. A spokesperson said Friday the team was informed by Jurgensen's family about his death.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Sad news from back home that Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen has died. He was 91: apnews.com/article/sonn...
Goalies playing and practicing at the main hockey arena in Milan get golf cart rides to and from the locker room, bringing the whimsy of bullpen carts to the Olympics: apnews.com/article/mila...
Goaltenders get golf cart rides to the ice for hockey games at the Milan Cortina Olympics
The trip from the locker room to the ice at the main hockey arena at the Olympics is so long that the goaltenders get to ride in style in golf carts while their teammates make the walk.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Goalies playing and practicing at the main hockey arena in Milan get golf cart rides to and from the locker room, bringing the whimsy of bullpen carts to the Olympics: apnews.com/article/mila...
Latvia's Alberts Smits is the youngest men's hockey player at the Olympics. He's also the only NHL draft-eligible player here. All about Smits and a handful other players to watch on underdog teams in Milan: apnews.com/article/mila...
Latvia's Alberts Smits and other players to watch on underdog teams at the Milan Olympics
Canada’s Macklin Celebrini is the youngest NHL player at the Olympics. But he’s not the youngest in the men’s hockey tournament overall.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Latvia's Alberts Smits is the youngest men's hockey player at the Olympics. He's also the only NHL draft-eligible player here. All about Smits and a handful other players to watch on underdog teams in Milan: apnews.com/article/mila...
After years of worries over whether the main Olympic hockey arena in Milan would get done, the first game there became a celebration for host Italy: apnews.com/article/mila...
First game at the new Olympic hockey arena turns into a celebration for host Italy
The worries of the past few years about the main hockey arena for the Milan Cortina Olympics turned to celebration as host Italy's women's hockey team played France in the first game at the newly buil...
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February 5, 2026 at 6:03 PM
After years of worries over whether the main Olympic hockey arena in Milan would get done, the first game there became a celebration for host Italy: apnews.com/article/mila...
After all the worrying and pressure to get it done on time, they're playing hockey in the Olympics at Milano Santagiulia Arena: apnews.com/article/mila...
France and Italy women play the first game at the newly built Olympic hockey arena
The puck has dropped on the first game at the Milan Cortina Olympics in the newly built hockey arena that needed a rush to the eleventh hour to finish.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:27 PM
After all the worrying and pressure to get it done on time, they're playing hockey in the Olympics at Milano Santagiulia Arena: apnews.com/article/mila...
The Miracle on Ice unfolded 46 years ago. What life is like now for the members of that 1980 gold-medal-winning US hockey team: apnews.com/article/1980...
The Olympics arrive with the US a favorite, rekindling fond memories of 1980's 'Miracle on Ice'
Members of the gold-medal-winning 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team get recognized around the towns they now call home.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:57 PM
The Miracle on Ice unfolded 46 years ago. What life is like now for the members of that 1980 gold-medal-winning US hockey team: apnews.com/article/1980...
Just 10 days ago the Zamboni tunnel had an inch of mud leading to the ice. The finishing touches are still being put on the hockey arenas at the Milan Olympics, but it all got done before the games start tomorrow: apnews.com/article/mila...
Hockey arenas at the Milan Cortina Olympics are ready just in time for the puck to drop
Workers are rushing to finish the main hockey arena for the Milan Cortina Olympics. Less than 24 hours before fans arrive, the venue is still being prepared.
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February 4, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Just 10 days ago the Zamboni tunnel had an inch of mud leading to the ice. The finishing touches are still being put on the hockey arenas at the Milan Olympics, but it all got done before the games start tomorrow: apnews.com/article/mila...
Leon Draisaitl is set to be Germany's flag bearer at the Opening Ceremony for the Milan Cortina Olympics: apnews.com/article/wint...
Leon Draisaitl is Germany's flag bearer for opening ceremony before his Olympic debut
Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl was named Wednesday as one of Germany’s flagbearers for the Milan Cortina opening ceremony in a sign of recognition for one of the NHL’s biggest stars as the leag...
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February 4, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Leon Draisaitl is set to be Germany's flag bearer at the Opening Ceremony for the Milan Cortina Olympics: apnews.com/article/wint...
Growing up in France, the Olympics was the only time Pierre-Edouard Bellemare could watch hockey on TV.
“If you ever made the Olympics, it’s an accomplishment of a lifetime.”
At almost 41, Bellemare made it. He is France’s captain in Milan and soaking it all in: apnews.com/article/mila...
“If you ever made the Olympics, it’s an accomplishment of a lifetime.”
At almost 41, Bellemare made it. He is France’s captain in Milan and soaking it all in: apnews.com/article/mila...
France captain Pierre-Edouard Bellemare soaks up finally making the Olympics at 40
Hockey was not on free television in France much when Pierre-Edouard Bellemare was growing up there.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Growing up in France, the Olympics was the only time Pierre-Edouard Bellemare could watch hockey on TV.
“If you ever made the Olympics, it’s an accomplishment of a lifetime.”
At almost 41, Bellemare made it. He is France’s captain in Milan and soaking it all in: apnews.com/article/mila...
“If you ever made the Olympics, it’s an accomplishment of a lifetime.”
At almost 41, Bellemare made it. He is France’s captain in Milan and soaking it all in: apnews.com/article/mila...
Winter athletes get to enjoy a post-pandemic Olympics in Milan. Worked with Eddie Pells on this story: apnews.com/article/olym...
Free from 'sports prison,' Winter athletes get chance to enjoy Olympics without a COVID lockdown
The last time the Winter Olympians convened, the COVID-19 pandemic was still raging, forcing the Games inside sterilized bubbles.
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February 4, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Winter athletes get to enjoy a post-pandemic Olympics in Milan. Worked with Eddie Pells on this story: apnews.com/article/olym...
Greetings from rainy Milan. It was an adventure and a half to get to the main hockey arena, but I've since dried out and watched France's men's team practice. Much to come from me and the entire @apnews.com team at the Olympics.
February 4, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Greetings from rainy Milan. It was an adventure and a half to get to the main hockey arena, but I've since dried out and watched France's men's team practice. Much to come from me and the entire @apnews.com team at the Olympics.
Barry Trotz announces he's retiring as Predators GM and will remain with the organization as an advisor through 2027. Updated story with @teresamwalker.bsky.social: apnews.com/article/barr...
Barry Trotz is retiring as Predators general manager once a successor is found
Barry Trotz is retiring as general manager of the Nashville Predators after just under three years on the job.
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February 2, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Barry Trotz announces he's retiring as Predators GM and will remain with the organization as an advisor through 2027. Updated story with @teresamwalker.bsky.social: apnews.com/article/barr...
Barry Trotz is retiring as Predators GM once a successor is found. Story from @teresamwalker.bsky.social and me: apnews.com/article/barr...
Barry Trotz is retiring as Predators GM once a successor is found, AP source says
Barry Trotz is retiring as general manager of the Nashville Predators after just under three years on the job, a person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press.
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February 2, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Barry Trotz is retiring as Predators GM once a successor is found. Story from @teresamwalker.bsky.social and me: apnews.com/article/barr...
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BREAKING: Catherine O'Hara, an Emmy-winning actor and comedian who starred in "Schitt's Creek" and "Home Alone," dies at 71.
Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comedian of 'Schitt's Creek' and 'SCTV' fame, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara has died at 71. The was Emmy-winning actor known for her roles in "Home Alone" and "Schitt's Creek."
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January 30, 2026 at 6:45 PM
BREAKING: Catherine O'Hara, an Emmy-winning actor and comedian who starred in "Schitt's Creek" and "Home Alone," dies at 71.
Matthew Schaefer is doing stuff few players at his position have ever done at his age: apnews.com/article/matt...
Islanders' Matthew Schaefer passes Bobby Orr for the 2nd-most goals by an 18-year-old defenseman
Matthew Schaefer broke a tie with Bobby Orr for the second-most goals by an 18-year-old defenseman in NHL history when he scored his 14th in the New York Islanders' victory against the Rangers.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Matthew Schaefer is doing stuff few players at his position have ever done at his age: apnews.com/article/matt...
The Rangers are holding out Artemi Panarin through at least the Olympic break for roster management purposes. He's the best player available ahead of the March 6 NHL trade deadline: apnews.com/article/arte...
Artemi Panarin won't play for the Rangers through the Olympic break, AP source says
The New York Rangers are not doing anything to risk Artemi Panarin’s health as they look to deal him before the NHL trade deadline.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:28 PM
The Rangers are holding out Artemi Panarin through at least the Olympic break for roster management purposes. He's the best player available ahead of the March 6 NHL trade deadline: apnews.com/article/arte...
Flyers activate goaltender Dan Vladar off injured reserve 2 weeks before the Olympics. Vladar is one of Czechia's 3 goalies: apnews.com/article/dan-...
Flyers activate Czech goaltender Dan Vladar off injured reserve 2 weeks before the Olympics
The Philadelphia Flyers have activated goaltender Dan Vladar off injured reserve. Vladar missed the past two weeks after leaving a game at Buffalo with what the team called a lower-body injury.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Flyers activate goaltender Dan Vladar off injured reserve 2 weeks before the Olympics. Vladar is one of Czechia's 3 goalies: apnews.com/article/dan-...
Capitals forward Brandon Duhaime was fined $2,500 for poking Seattle's Jacob Melanson while sitting on the bench. The two fought later: apnews.com/article/capi...
Capitals' Brandon Duhaime fined for poking Kraken's Jacob Melanson from the bench
Washington Capitals forward Brandon Duhaime has been fined $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct for poking Seattle's Jacob Melanson while on the bench.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Capitals forward Brandon Duhaime was fined $2,500 for poking Seattle's Jacob Melanson while sitting on the bench. The two fought later: apnews.com/article/capi...
Canadiens fire goalie coach Eric Raymond, name Marco Marciano interim replacement for the rest of the season: apnews.com/article/cana...
Montreal Canadiens fire goaltending coach Eric Raymond, name Marco Marciano interim replacement
The Montreal Canadiens have fired goaltending coach Eric Raymond. They made the move 53 games into the NHL season.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Canadiens fire goalie coach Eric Raymond, name Marco Marciano interim replacement for the rest of the season: apnews.com/article/cana...
The Devils found out about Ondrej Palat getting traded to the Islanders not long before playing a game. On that "very weird" scene, the move from either side and more: apnews.com/article/devi...
Devils trade Ondrej Palat and picks to the Islanders for Maxim Tsyplakov
The New Jersey Devils have traded veteran winger Ondrej Palat to the division-rival New York Islanders.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:44 AM
The Devils found out about Ondrej Palat getting traded to the Islanders not long before playing a game. On that "very weird" scene, the move from either side and more: apnews.com/article/devi...
Devils trade Ondrej Palat to the Islanders: apnews.com/article/devi...
Devils trade Ondrej Palat and picks to the Islanders for Maxim Tsyplakov
The New Jersey Devils have traded veteran winger Ondrej Palat to the division-rival New York Islanders.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Devils trade Ondrej Palat to the Islanders: apnews.com/article/devi...
#NJDevils appear close to trading Ondrej Palat. They are holding him out for roster-related reasons: apnews.com/article/devi...
Devils hold out Ondrej Palat for roster management reasons as trade rumors swirl
The New Jersey Devils appear to be close to trading veteran winger Ondrej Palat. The team said Palat was being held out of its game Tuesday night against Winnipeg for roster management reasons.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:53 PM
#NJDevils appear close to trading Ondrej Palat. They are holding him out for roster-related reasons: apnews.com/article/devi...
The Rangers are holding Carson Soucy out for roster management reasons: apnews.com/article/rang...
Rangers to hold Carson Soucy out for roster management reasons, AP source says
The New York Rangers’ sell-off that general manger Chris Drury warned fans would be coming as part of a retooling process is getting underway.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:42 PM
The Rangers are holding Carson Soucy out for roster management reasons: apnews.com/article/rang...
From yesterday, John Harbaugh makes the first big addition to his staff as #NYGiants coach by hiring Dennard Wilson as defensive coordinator: apnews.com/article/gian...
Giants are hiring Dennard Wilson as defensive coordinator, AP source says
The New York Giants are hiring Dennard Wilson to be their defensive coordinator, a person with knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press.
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January 26, 2026 at 4:31 PM
From yesterday, John Harbaugh makes the first big addition to his staff as #NYGiants coach by hiring Dennard Wilson as defensive coordinator: apnews.com/article/gian...