Prior to Saturday’s game vs the Minnesota Twins, the Detroit Tigers announced four roster moves, including optioning Victor Reyes to Toledo. The Tigers announced the following roster moves: *Reinstated OF Nomar Mazara from the 10-day IL*Optioned OF Victor Reyes to Triple A Toledo*Placed RHP Erasmo Ramírez on the 10-day IL with a right pectoralis strain*Recalled … Read more
Justin Verlander has made it clear that he wants to pitch until he is 45 (or longer), which would be one year younger than his idol, Nolan Ryan. If and when that time comes, it would only be fitting for him to be wearing a Detroit Tigers jersey and I believe that is exactly how … Read more
If you have been following Detroit Sports Nation over the years, you are well aware that we have what some may describe as an ‘unhealthy obsession’ with hockey fights. But one thing that we have yet to post that we just know you will get a kick out of is some of the hardest hits … Read more
On Friday, it became official that now-former Michigan co-defensive coordinator Mo Linguist had accepted an opportunity to be the head coach at Buffalo. A day later, Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh released a message congratulating Linguist for such a great opportunity. “Congratulations @CoachMo15 I am happy for Mo Linguist and his family on this opportunity … Read more
On Friday night, against the Minnesota Twins, Detroit Tigers 1B/DH Miguel Cabrera did something that is pretty darn amazing when he passed the great Babe Ruth in career hits. Following Miggy’s accomplishment, his former teammate Justin Verlander took to Twitter to congratulate him. Check it out. You just passed The mf’in Babe @MiguelCabrera! Honestly, pretty … Read more
On Friday night, the Detroit Red Wings defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets and they are now down to just one game remaining in their 2020-21 season. Following the win, the Red Wings’ best-case scenario when it comes to the 2021 NHL Draft Lottery is them having the fourth-best odds to land the No. 1 overall … Read more
Many forget that someone has to be behind all the success a team can have and that it’s not always just the players, but also the man behind the madness. That is the skipper. The Detroit Tigers have been blessed with very effective and fan-favorite managers in their history who have led teams on memorable … Read more
When it comes to the NHL, it never matters which teams are playing each other as there is always a chance of a great fight taking breaking out at any time. Of course, there do not seem to be as many fights as there used to be but that’s why we have YouTube! Let’s take … Read more
It’s a milestone in Columbus! Detroit Red Wings forward Joe Veleno has scored his first goal in the NHL, converting on the power play tonight at Nationwide Arena against the Blue Jackets: Joe Veleno's first national hockey league goal! #LGRW pic.twitter.com/yy5H8urzE1 — Bally Sports Detroit (@BallySportsDET) May 8, 2021 He’ll be saving that puck for … Read more
It took a lot longer than expected but Miguel Cabrera had finally tied the great Babe Ruth on the all time hits list. Miggy’s hit, the 2,873rd of his career, came after an 0-27 slump, which was the longest hitless streak of his career. Miggy ties the Sultan of Swat, The King of Crash, The … Read more
The two future Grind Line members once went at it with one another! Detroit Red Wings forward Darren McCarty and future Grind-Line member Joey Kocur dropped the gloves against one another when the New York Rangers visited Joe Louis Arena in 1993. Of course, Kocur had already once played with Detroit before leaving for the … Read more
For those of you who had the chance to watch Barry Sanders‘ entire career with the Detroit Lions, you are blessed to have witnessed the greatest running back in NFL history. For those of you who did not get that opportunity, there are plenty of highlight videos you can watch to see exactly what you … Read more
It’s been an offseason of change for the Detroit Lions, who will enter the 2021 season with a new-look coaching staff and several new faces on the roster. Among the new players donning the Honolulu Blue in the Motor City this season are quarterback Jared Goff and RB Jamaal Williams, both of whom were acquisitions … Read more
The Detroit Tigers have a proud and long history of baseball dating back to 1894 in the Western League. Throughout that storied history, there have been many players to call first base their position. When you think of the greats that have manned the position while wearing the Olde English D, there are really only … Read more
On Friday morning, Frank Ragnow officially became the highest-paid center in the NFL as he signed his contract extension with the Detroit Lions. The extension, which will reportedly pay him just under $70 million, will keep him with the Lions through the 2026 season. Following his emotional press conference after signing on the dotted line … Read more
The Detroit Lions made the decision to part ways with Kerryon Johnson earlier this week, and he already has found his next home. He’ll be taking his talents to the City of Brotherly Love after being claimed by the Philadelphia Eagles: Roster Move: #Eagles have claimed RB Kerryon Johnson off of waivers. pic.twitter.com/wLCDFnBHR2 — Philadelphia … Read more
