
The Valenti Show
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Guessing The Most Expensive Sports Franchises
David has the guys guess the 10 most expensive American sports franchises.

Does MLB Have A Scoring Errors Problem?
The guys discuss Oneil Cruz's mishaps yesterday against the Mets and wonder how they weren't called errors.

Do You Want To See Your Fellow Big Ten Schools Have Success?
Stoney and Rico discuss whether fans of one Big Ten team would root for others in the NCAA Tournament.

George Gervin's Issue With Caleb Williams Trademarking "Iceman" + David's Hatred Of Tom Cruise
A conversation about George Gervin responding to Caleb Williams trying to trademark "Iceman" somehow turned into David sharing his disdain for Tom Cruise.

NFL Draft Bold Takes | In Football Today
David joins with some NFL Draft bold takes.

Taking Your Calls On Your Tigers' Opening Day Sentiments
Stoney and Rico hear from some of the people on the Tigers' big win over the Padres to start their season yesterday.

Reacting To IMPRESSIVE Start To The Season For The Tigers + Kevin McGonigle
The guys share their takeaways from last night's Tigers win over the Padres.

FULL SHOW: Thursday, March 26th
Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico kicked off this short show before Opening Day with their thoughts on the debut of Tigers rookie 3B Kevin McGonigle. They discussed which other debuts in Detroit sports history they were as excited for and then talked about some jersey purchases they made in the past that they regretted. The guys heard from the people on all topics throughout the show.

Taking Your Calls On Your Worst Jersey Purchase
The people talk to Stoney and Rico about their worst jersey purchases.

Which Jersey Purchases Have You Eventually Regretted?
The guys discuss some jerseys they've bought in the past that they later regretted.

The Best New Ballpark Food In 2026
David joins with a list of some new, unique food options across ballparks in MLB.

The People Chime In On The Most Anticipated Debuts In Detroit Sports History
What Detroit sports debuts do the callers think are more anticipated than Kevin McGonigle?

Is Kevin McGonigle The Most Anticipated Detroit Sports Debut Ever?
Stoney and Rico discuss their excitement levels regarding Kevin McGonigle making his MLB debut today against the Padres.

Previewing Tigers Opening Day
The guys share their sentiments ahead of the Tigers' first game of the regular season against the Padres today.

Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Baseball is back!
bonusThe Ticket is your ultimate guide to the Detroit Tigers season. In this episode, the team shares their official predictions, reacts to Kevin McGonigle’s roster debut, and celebrates the return of baseball to the Motor City.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, March 25th
Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico opened up today's show with their frustrations about the Red Wings' loss to the Senators in a crucial game. They wanted to know where the team goes from here and heard your thoughts on that. Then, going off of this conversation, they asked which of the Detroit sports teams you trust the most before covering some tournament topics. They wrapped up today's show with a reset and more calls on today's topics.

HOUR 1: The Red Wings Let Us Down Again + NFL Players Up For Extensions That Shouldn't Get Them
The guys reacted to last night's consequential loss for the Red Wings against the Senators. They explained their disappointment levels before they went through a list of NFL players up for extensions whose teams shouldn't offer them.

HOUR 2: More Red Wings Calls + Which Detroit Sports Team Do You Trust The Most?
Stoney and Rico took a few more of your Red Wings calls to open the second hour. Then, they asked a question about which Detroit sports team deserves the most of your trust.

HOUR 3: Sweet 16 Games Ranked By Watchability + Frustrations With NFL Opening Schedule + Why Michigan Needs To Lock Up Dusty May
The guys opened the third hour joined by David with a list of the Sweet 16 games ranked by how watchable they are. They had some criticisms with the NFL Opening schedule and then dished on how essential it is that Michigan makes sure to bring back Dusty May.

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Red Wings' Loss Last Night
Red Wings fans made their voices heard in the final hour, sharing their disappointment in the team after their performance last night.

Does Michigan Need To Lock Up Dusty May?
Should Michigan be concerned about losing Dusty May?

Why Is The NFL Season Opening Up Like This?
The guys discuss the weird opening schedule for the 2026 NFL season.

Ranking Sweet 16 Games Based On Watchability
David has a Sweet 16 watchability list, which he shares with the guys.

Hearing From The People On The Detroit Sports Team They Trust The Most
The people chime in on the most competent Detroit team discussion.

Which Detroit Sports Team Do You Trust The Most?
The guys ask which Detroit sports team is the most competent.

NFL Teams Should Avoid These Contract Extensions | In Football Today
David joins to go through some NFL players available for contract extensions that their teams shouldn't give them.

Do You Have An Issue With Fans Booing The Red Wings Last Night??
Stoney and Rico quickly address the booing from the fans last night before taking more of your calls.

Taking Your Calls On The Red Wings' Loss Last Night
The guys hear from some of the people regarding the Red Wings' playoff chances after last night's loss.

Reacting To The Red Wings' Catastrophic Loss Last Night
Stoney (in for Valenti) share their thoughts on the Red Wings' loss to the Senators last night.

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, March 24th
Valenti and Rico focused the majority of today's show on the Red Wings' huge game against the Senators tonight at LCA. They paused briefly to talk Tigers ahead of Opening Day and some March Madness topics as well.

HOUR 1: Why Tonight's Game Is Must-Win For The Red Wings + Mock Draft Mania
The guys discussed why the Red Wings need to win their game against the Senators tonight and what will happen if they don't. Then, David joined with a recent NFL mock draft.

HOUR 2: MLB Opening Day On Netflix, More Of Your Red Wings Calls, & MLB Season Receipts
Mike and Rico took some more of your Red Wings calls throughout the second hour. Plus, they briefly touched on MLB's opening game being on Netflix and what this says about the state of sports before they gave their season predictions.

HOUR 3: Lions Best And Worst Free Agent Signings, McMonigle Makes Tigers Roster, & Picking Final Four Teams From Sweet 16
Valenti and Rico opened a packed third hour with a list from PFF of the best and the worst Lions free agency signings. They got into the makeup of the Tigers roster and then picked the teams they think will make the Final Four from the remaining teams in the NCAA Tournament.

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls Ahead Of Red Wings' CRUCIAL Matchup Against The Senators
The guys offered some more thoughts and took some more of your calls on the Red Wings throughout the final hour before they were joined by Riger in cross-talk.

Taking Your Final Calls On The Red Wings
The people chime in for the final time this show on their belief in the Red Wings and how they think tonight's game against the Senators is going to go.

Revisiting Importance Of Tonight's Red Wings Game
Valenti and Rico return to their conversation about the consequences of tonight's game against the Senators for the Red Wings.

Picking The Sweet 16 Teams That Will Make The Final Four
The guys each pick the Sweet 16 teams that will make the Final Four.

Reacting To Kevin McGonigle Making Tigers Opening Day Roster
The guys discuss the makeup of the Tigers roster going into the regular season.

What To Make Of PFF's List Of Best And Worst Lions Free Agency Signings
Mike has some Lions free agency analysis from PFF, which he shares with the guys.

MLB Season Receipts | 3-24-26
The guys make their 2026 MLB season predictions.

Hearing From More Of The People On The Red Wings
Mike and Rico take some more of your Red Wings calls.

What Does MLB Opening Day Being On Netflix Say About The State Of Sports? + More Red Wings Calls + Thoughts
Valenti and Rico offer a few thoughts on where MLB Opening Day is airing before returning to the Red Wings conversation.

NFL Mock Draft Mania | 3-24-26
David joins to go through a recent NFL mock draft.

Taking Your Calls On The Red Wings Going Into Tonight's MASSIVE Game
The guys hear from the people on Red Wings-Senators tonight.

Are You With Kenny That The Red Wings Will Lose Tonight?
Kenny is feeling pretty pessimistic about the Red Wings chances against the Senators tonight.

Valenti On How He'll Feel About Red Wings Season With A Loss Tonight: "It's Over. I'm Done"
Mike gets very emotional over how important he feels tonight's Red Wings game is against the Senators.

Best of March Madness on 97.1 The Ticket: How Dangerous Are Michigan & Michigan State?
bonusSurvive and advance. The Ticket recaps a wild opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament and shifts the focus to the state of Michigan. We’re analyzing the odds, the X-factors, and the reality of Michigan and Michigan State’s chances at a National Championship

FULL SHOW: Monday, March 23rd
Valenti and Rico dedicated the entire show to two main topics: belief levels in Michigan/MSU after they both advanced to the Sweet 16, and a rumor that Brad Holmes is supposedly done making moves in free agency. They took a bunch of your calls and read your texts on the topics throughout the show.

HOUR 1: Michigan + MSU Advance To The Sweet 16 + Can We Say That? Part 1
The guys got this week of shows underway with their reactions to both Michigan + MSU advancing to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. They take the temperature of both themselves and the people regarding both programs going into the Elite 8 before rounding out the hour with the first "Can We Say That?" of the day.

HOUR 2: Are The Lions Done In Free Agency?
Mike and Rico spent the second hour having a conversation about a report that the Lions will not be making any more moves in free agency.