Portrait of Ryan Whitney

Ryan Whitney

Spittin' Chiclets

Origin Story

A Boston University and NHL defenseman who started Spittin' Chiclets between rounds of golf after retiring.

The Origin Story

Ryan Whitney is a former NHL defenseman and co-host of Spittin' Chiclets.

From the NHL to the Mic

A Boston native who played at Boston University, Whitney spent more than a decade in the NHL with teams including the Pittsburgh Penguins and Edmonton Oilers. After retiring, between rounds of golf, he reached out to Paul Bissonnette, and the show that became Spittin' Chiclets took off.

Spittin' Chiclets

Spittin' Chiclets launched in 2016 with Ryan Whitney, who reached out to Paul Bissonnette between rounds of golf after retiring. It grew into one of the most popular hockey podcasts in the world, and its crew of former NHL players are regulars in golf content, including their own Sandbagger Invitational events.

Golf & Beyond

An avid golfer, Whitney brings his humor and competitive streak to creator golf events alongside his Chiclets co-hosts.

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