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NOBODY has caught more innings in Justin Verlander's Hall of Fame career than Alex Avila, and he joins Shep to discuss the impact that the soon-to-be 43-year-old can have on a contender in Detroit in his welcomed return. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joey Ellis, covering the Charlotte Hornets in North Carolina, joins the show to give his perspective on the Pistons' brawl with Moussa Diabate and other Hornets on Monday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hunter Patterson of The Athletic joins the show to breakdown the viral, physical altercations from Monday's Pistons @ Hornets game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When a listener submits their "Heel" from the week to be Trajan Langdon for not trading for another top scorer alongside Cade Cunningham, Shep and Trent wonder whether or not that's a fair criticism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, highlighting who impressed and criticizing who did NOT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons joins for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat to recap Super Bowl LX and an EXCELLENT weekend to be a Michigan State Spartan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Forslund joins the show to spill his knowledge of the NHL and give an outside perspective on the pesky Red Wings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2x NBA Champion point guard, and co-host of Crossover Podcast joins Shep to discuss the Pistons' trade deadline move and assess the rest of the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Houston Astros analyst and former Detroit Tigers pitcher Steve Sparks joins the show to tell Shep and Tigers fans what they're getting in Framber Valdez. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent react to Cooper DeJean's comments that Amon-Ra St. Brown is the league's most underrated receiver. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons joins the show to preview Super Bowl LX. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tigers great Denny McLain joins the show to pay homage to his late great friend and teammate Mickey Lolich, with whom he won the 1968 World Series for Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hunter Patterson, who covers the Pistons for The Athletic, joins Shep to break down the Pistons' trade of Jaden Ivey for Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric, and look ahead to whether or not they'll make any more deals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway joins the show to react to the Pistons' impressive win over the Denver Nuggets, and also react to a shockingly active NBA Trade Deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With a verdict in the arbitration case between the Tigers and Tarik Skubal looming, Shep wonders whether or not starting pitchers should be looked at the same as everyday players in these matters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep breaks down the Tigers' underwhelming offseason, wondering where this team will find intriguing storylines this summer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, giving kudos to those who performed exceptionally, and dishing out some fair criticism to those who underperformed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat, covering an impressive win for Michigan over Michigan State on Friday, a football-less weekend, NIL reaching high school sports, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent take a look at the Tigers' projected lineup as Spring Training creeps closer... does this team have enough to compete for something meaningful, or is it just a retread of last season's squad? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Boesch, radio voice of the Wolverines men's hoops, joins Shep to look ahead to Friday's highly-anticipated matchup between No. 3 Michigan and No. 7 Michigan State in East Lansing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jets head coach (and former Lions defensive coordinator) Aaron Glenn is ruffling feathers in the offseason yet again... Shep wonders if this is the true Glenn that we didn't necessarily see in Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of Tom Izzo's top assistant coaches SADDI WASHINGTON joins the show to recap the Spartans' thrilling overtime win over Rutgers, and look ahead to a Top-10 matchup with rival Michigan on Friday in East Lansing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Naismith Hall of Famer TIM HARDAWAY joins the show to talk about the first-place Pistons, what they should do at the trade deadline (if anything), and take a look around the league at what other teams are doing as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Bill Belichick not receiving enough votes to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on his first ballot, Shep looks at what's fundamentally wrong with the way voters view their vote, and what they're basing their votes on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Max Bultman of The Athletic joins Shep to talk all things Red Wings, from trade deadline rumors to Todd McLellan potentially winning Coach of the Year, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Payton of A to Z Sports joins the program to discuss the Lions' latest addition of Mike Kafka to the offensive staff, and gives an update on Taylor Decker's status, among other quick-hitting Lions topics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, highlighting who impressed and calling out those who did NOT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons makes his weekly appearance on the program to discuss what we saw on NFL Conference Championship weekend, what the Red Wings and Pistons might need at the trade deadline, and how he feels about the Pittsburgh Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy as their next head coach. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2x NBA Champion and longtime Pistons point guard Lindsey Hunter joins Shep to talk all about one of the hottest teams in basketball in YOUR Detroit Pistons, as well as his blooming podcast with fellow former NBA star Tim Hardaway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons joins the program to give his take on the NFL Awards, and also tell you what he expects to see this weekend in both the NFC and AFC Championship Games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Detroit Free Press reporter Rainer Sabin asked an Arizona Cardinals beat reporter about their perspective on Drew Petzing, as he comes over to Detroit as their new offensive coordinator. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NFL Awards finalists officially being announced, Shep and Trent make their picks and cases for who they'd give each award to. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don Fischer, who's called Hoosiers sports for over FIFTY YEARS, joins Shep to talk all things National Championship, as the trophy resides in Bloomington. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells you why the Red Wings -- after a season sweep of the Toronto Maple Leafs -- should be confident, have earned their spot on top of the Atlantic, and why there should be urgency to make a move to add to an already well-oiled machine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Colton Pouncy of The Athletic joins Shep to officially wrap up the Lions' disappointing season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AP writer and Baseball Hall of Fame voter Ron Blum joins Shep to discuss the Class of 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep passionately argues the case for Lou Whitaker to be in the Hall of Fame, even though he's not on the ballot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buffalo Bills TV reporter Jon Scott joins the show to discuss their surprise firing of Sean McDermott coming just after the Bills' heartbreaking overtime loss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lions announced Monday that they're planning to hire Drew Petzing as their next offensive coordinator, but it's underwhelming to the fanbase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons joins Shep for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" segment to catch up on all the thrilling football action from the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent debate whether or not Caleb Williams has lived up to his No. 1 pick status, but also why the pressure isn't necessarily self-induced. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent make their picks for this weekend's NFL Divisional Round action. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Household NFL analyst and former coach Herm Edwards joins the show to preview the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Scott Harris' continuous remarks about the Tarik Skubal situation in Detroit, do YOU fundamentally believe in untouchable or unmovable players? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Miami Hurricanes legend Bryan McKinnie joins the show to preview the Canes' championship bout with the Indiana Hoosiers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show the break down what the Mike Tomlin firing means, and where the Steelers go from here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Darren McCarty, "D-Mac" joins the show to attest to Sergei Federov's greatness ahead of his No. 91 jersey retirement in Detroit tonight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Lyons joins us for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lions analyst Rob Rubick joins for our final "What's Brewing?" segment of the season, presented by Ferris Coffee Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zeeland native and gadget player Carson Gulker joins the program to discuss his recent decision to transfer to Michigan State in his final season of eligibility. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.