Michael Whitaker Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman has swung another deal, acquiring veteran defenseman Nick Leddy from the New York Islanders in exchange for Richard Panik and 52nd overall pick in this month’s draft. As you may remember, Panik was acquired from the Capitals in the Anthony Mantha trade alongside Jakub Vrana, and wasn’t going to be … Read more
The Detroit Tigers took care of some housekeeping procedures in the wake of losing 3B coach Chip Hale to the collegiate ranks. Ramon Santiago will shift to Hale’s old position at 3B, while OF coordinator Kimera Bartee has been promoted to 1B coach. Meanwhile, George Lombard returns to his role as bench coach. Tigers have … Read more
The Detroit Tigers return to action today (weather permitting) with a double header against the Minnesota Twins, and have announced a series of roster moves. The Tigers have announced the following roster moves: *Optioned INF Willi Castro to Triple A Toledo *Designated OF Nomar Mazara for assignment *Recalled OF Derek Hill & INF Isaac Paredes … Read more
Noting that he’d never been in trouble with the law before, a judge has ordered that Richard Sherman be released without bail following a hearing in connection with his charges of domestic violence burglary. “I see Mr. Sherman is a pillar in this community, he’s a business owner, he’s a husband, he’s a father,” the … Read more
The hockey world is still coming to terms with the tragic loss of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks, who tragically lost his life in a fireworks accident at the suburban Detroit home of goaltending coach Manny Legace during a 4th of July party. Kivlenieks was struck in the chest by an errant firework mortar … Read more
News broke earlier today that NFL free-agent CB Richard Sherman was arrested due to “Burglary Domestic Violence”, per King County public records. Per ProFootball Talk: “Sherman was arrested for burglary domestic violence and malicious mischief for attempting to break into a home in Redmond, where police say Sherman’s ex-wife’s parents live. Other reports have indicated … Read more
Michael Brockers is among the many new faces on the Detroit Lions in 2021 as part of an offseason that’s seen massive changes within the organization. He’ll be working under new head coach Dan Campbell, a former NFL player who once suited up for the Lions. And for a player like Brockers, the kind of … Read more
Detroit Lions DE Al ‘Bubba’ Baker had a whopping 23 sacks during his rookie season in 1978, which eclipses Strahan’s previous record of 22.5. Of course, that means that he now holds the title of single season sack master. When he heard the news, he was overcome with emotion. In fact, there were some manly … Read more
Former Detroit Red Wings superstar forward Pavel Datsyuk carved out an NHL career that saw him consistently listed as one of hockey’s top players. After he returned home to his native Russia to continue his professional career, he continued to play at a high level for the KHL’s SKA Saint Petersburg. He’s spent the last … Read more
The Tampa Bay Lightning are fully embracing their role as the NHL’s villains following their salary cap controversy during the Stanley Cup Playoffs as well as superstar forward Nikita Kucherov’s trolling of Montreal fans following last week’s Game 5 clinching victory. And this certainly won’t do anything to alleviate concerns other fans have. During their … Read more
The Michigan Wolverines are set to take on the Washington Huskies in Ann Arbor during Week 2 of the NCAA football season, but there’s been a scheduling change. ESPN has announced that due to the fact that the game falls on the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in 2001, the start times for … Read more
Former University of Michigan Fab Five member Jalen Rose racked up quite the bill traveling from Milwaukee after Game 3 of the NBA Finals back to Detroit. After a car service cancelled on him, Rose had limited options available to him. Let him explain: After Game 3 I had to get from Milwaukee back to … Read more
Wide receiver Braylon Edwards is a legendary figure in Michigan Wolverines history, and now, his nephew is carrying on the family tradition. Florida OLB Micah Pollard has officially announced his commitment to Ann Arbor: Committed 〽️ @GeorgeHelow @CoachJim4UM @UMichFootball pic.twitter.com/qbFJTnxYB6 — 𝕄𝕚𝕔𝕒𝕙 𝕡𝕠𝕝𝕝𝕒𝕣𝕕 (@micahpollard12) July 12, 2021 The 6’3, 200 lb. Pollard is ranked as … Read more
The NFL family is mourning the loss of a long-time member of their extended family today. Alex Gibbs, who served as offensive line coach for a pair of Super Bowl wins for the Denver Broncos, died Monday at the age of 80. The Broncos confirmed the passing on social media. “We are deeply saddened by … Read more
The Chicago Blackhawks have closed the curtain on another era. Defenseman Duncan Keith, who was a major part of three Stanley Cup-winning teams in 2010, 2013 and 2015, has been traded to Ken Holland’s Edmonton Oilers: Duncan Keith for Caleb Jones and a 3rd round pick. — John Shannon (@JShannonhl) July 12, 2021 Keith attended … Read more
He’s the quirky guy that so many loved to hate, but he has a hockey mind rivaled by few others, and he’s got himself a new gig. Former NBC analyst Pierre McGuire has landed a new gig as Senior VP of Player Development for the Ottawa Senators: News Release: The #Sens have announced the appointment … Read more
