Even though he hung up his skates, Whitney's fiery persona hasn't mellowed. Now a prominent figure on the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, owned by Barstool Sports, he's no stranger to contentious moments, and his recent online activity is no exception.
In the heat of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, with the Bruins leading the Maple Leafs 3-1 in the series following a recent Boston victory, Whitney posted an image that many have criticized as tasteless and insensitive, especially at a time when hockey culture itself is under scrutiny.
The backlash was swift, with social media users quick to condemn the post, which appeared to feature an AI-generated image, calling it misogynistic and tone-deaf.
Despite playing 481 NHL games, Whitney has remained silent in the face of the online storm, choosing not to engage with his detractors. Barstool Sports, known for its polarizing content under the leadership of Dave Portnoy, has yet to comment on the matter as well.
