NPR puzzlemaster Will Shortz announced he is recovering from a stroke, with his role temporarily filled by Greg Pliska. Shortz has been a staple of the Sunday Puzzle since 1987 and is known for his passion for puzzles and table tennis.
Key Points
Will Shortz announced his recovery from a stroke
Greg Pliska is temporarily filling in for Shortz on NPR's Sunday Puzzle
Shortz has been a staple of the Sunday Puzzle since 1987
Pros
Will Shortz is making progress in his recovery from a stroke
Shortz's absence from the show was due to health reasons
Cons
Shortz had a stroke on Feb. 4 and has been in rehabilitation since then