As was reported earlier in the week, former NHLer Bobby Ryan was in some hot water after poking fun at women’s sports, and his actions have resulted in some major consequences.
Ryan started this all on Monday night when he told Stathletes cofounder Megan Chayka to name seven players after she tweeted how it seemed everybody was watching women’s college basketball. He faced plenty of criticism immediately, but he continued with several tweets instead of backing down.
Eventually, some from the sports media community chimed in, with TSN’s Chris Johnston telling Ryan to “buzz off.”
Hey @Bobbyry5409, buzz off with this nonsense. pic.twitter.com/SmRw0trsru
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) April 3, 2024
Ryan, who last played in the NHL with the Detroit Red Wings in 2020-21, has since ventured into the media world himself, co-hosting the Coming In Hot podcast along with another former NHLer, Jason York, and Brent Wallace, a well-known figure in the sports media world. Wallace made it clear right away that he disagreed with Ryan’s comments.
I do not condone any of Bobby’s behaviour and I’m truly sorry to everyone for what has transpired. I will have more to say later.
— Brent Wallace (@localpodcaster) April 3, 2024
Despite Ryan’s complete silence on the matter the last two days, the damage was already done. Last night, the Coming In Hot podcast announced they have mutually parted ways with the 866-game veteran.
“Earlier this week, Bobby Ryan made comments on social media that do not align with our show or that of our sponsors and partner, The Nation Network,” read a tweet from the podcast. “As a result, we have mutually decided to part ways.”
Earlier this week, Bobby Ryan made comments on social media that do not align with our show or that of our sponsors and partner, The Nation Network. As a result, we have mutually decided to part ways.
— Coming In Hot (@ComingInHotSens) April 5, 2024
Reactions to this decision have been mixed, with some defending Ryan, while others believe his comments were distasteful and the punishment is deserved.
He wouldn’t have left the show if he had just that one tweet, but unfortunately he doubled down and challenged everyone who tweeted at him.
— KadriSens (@KadriSens) April 5, 2024
There are alot of people defending him. Stating that he should be entitled to his opinion. IMHO His opinion wasn’t the problem. It was the disrespectful manner in which he conveyed it. And then doubled down, and tripled down. Gotta say, he disappointed me.
— Kvillebaker (@kvillebaker) April 5, 2024
While entitled to free speech, Bobby is also beholden to those who signs the cheques. It sucks but he kept piling on for hours and even made an unprovoked commented to Ian Mendes about women’s athletics. Unfortunately I’m not sure the the show was left with another choice
— Anthony B (@Yashin2Duchense) April 5, 2024
I disagreed with what Bobby said, but how can you call yourselves “comin in hot” when someone comes in hot, and you let him go. Gotta change the name to “Coming in hot, but not too hot, otherwise we have to mutually decide to part ways”.
— Drew (@canuckguru) April 5, 2024
I’ll be perfectly honest, I never really watched your show much to begin with, but I definitely won’t be watching now.
— Common Sens Revolution (@CommonSensRev) April 5, 2024
Well, that’s that. Done with the pod cast. I don’t care if you agree or disagree with what he said, there’s no way that was enough to get rid of him over. Bobby and Yorkie had great insight together but that’s gone. Won’t be watching anymore and thats too bad
— Senturion (@lovesenlongtime) April 6, 2024
Regardless of one’s opinions on Ryan’s removal, this unfortunate situation could have been avoided entirely. The Coming In Hot podcast has yet to release an episode since Ryan’s comments but generally releases one to two episodes a week, meaning a new one should be released in the coming days.
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