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Campbell Sets the Tone as Lions Begin Push to Finish the Job
Photo: Junfu Han ~ USA TODAY NETWORKDETROIT, July 21, 2025 ~ The Detroit Lions opened training camp with a clear emphasis on purpose and urgency. Head coach Dan Campbell said the team is focused on fi...
Jul 21, 2025
With AL Central Lead, Tigers Explore Key Trade Additions
Photo: Rick Scuteri ~ Imagn ImagesDETROIT, July 21, 2025 ~ The 2025 MLB trade deadline is set for July 31, and the Detroit Tigers are expected to be active in the market. With the team currently leadi...
Jul 21, 2025
Detroit Lions Announce Roster Moves Ahead of Training Camp
Photo: Junfu Han ~ USA TODAY NETWORKDETROIT, July 18, 2025 ~ The Detroit Lions announced the signing of 2025 second-round draft pick Tate Ratledge ahead of training camp that kicks off on Sunday, July...
Jul 18, 2025
Serve Up Your Weekend at the Cranbrook Tennis Classic: World-Class Tennis in a Stunning Setting
Photo: Geoff Burke ~ USA TODAY NETWORKBLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI, July 25, 2025 ~ This weekend, the Cranbrook Tennis Classic (CTC) returns for its third year, now elevated to an ATP Challenger 100 event, br...
Jul 15, 2025
Detroit Tigers’ Tarik Skubal Named MLB All-Star Game Starting Pitcher
Photo: Lon Horwedel ~ IMAGN IMAGESDETROIT, July 14, 2025 ~ After last year's snub, Detroit Tigers' starting pitcher Tarik Skubal has been named the starter for the American League at the 2025 MLB All-...
Jul 14, 2025
Tigers Build for the Future with High-Upside Picks on Day One of 2025 MLB Draft
Photo: Brett Davis ~ USA TODAY NETWORKDETROIT, July 14, 2025 ~ The Detroit Tigers made four picks during day one of the 2025 MLB Draft.With the 24th pick in the first round, Detroit selected shortstop...
Jul 14, 2025
Dzierwa Drafted by Orioles in Second Round, Highest MSU Pitcher Pick Since 1998
Photo: Joseph Cress ~ USA TODAY NETWORKEAST LANSING, July 14, 2025 ~ Michigan State Baseball standout pitcher Joseph Dzierwa was selected by the Baltimore Orioles with the 58th overall pick in the sec...
Jul 14, 2025
MSU Hockey’s Isaac Howard Forgoes Final Year, Signs With Edmonton
Photo: Nick King ~ USA TODAY NETWORKEAST LANSING, July 9, 2025 ~ After initially deciding to return to East Lansing for his final season on the ice, Michigan State Hockey forward Isaac Howard has acce...
Jul 09, 2025
Four Detroit Tigers Named Starters in MLB All-Star Game
Photo: Kevin Jairaj ~ IMAGN IMAGESDETROIT, July 7, 2025 ~ The official roster for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game released on Sunday, July 6, and four Detroit Tigers were named starters for the event in At...
Jul 07, 2025
Kane Returns, Gibson Arrives: Red Wings Make Strategic Moves Ahead of 2025–26
Photo: Rick Osentoski ~ IMAGN IMAGES DETROIT, July 1, 2025 ~ The Detroit Red Wings made a major splash early in the 2025 offseason by re-signing veteran winger Patrick Kane to a one-year deal. After a...
Jul 01, 2025
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April 3, 2026 ~ Dave Beachnau, CEO of the Detroit Local Organizing Committee for the 2027 NCAA Men’s Final Four, joins Kevin Dietz live from Indy to talk about Detroit’s preparations, the economic and cultural impact of hosting the Final Four, and what fans can expect when the event comes to downtown Detroit.
April 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds talk with Tony Paul, a Detroit News reporter, about the Detroit Tigers’ upcoming season. They also discuss Tony’s top baseball movie character.
April 3, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Jamie Edmonds speak with Walker Hosley, a regional manager at Groundworks, about how winter weather affects home foundations and what to look for.
