Michigan and Trumbull

Luke and Alex went live on YouTube earlier this week to chat about the start of the season, and how this team has kept the good vibes from last year, even as they are not at full strength right now. Want to watch instead of listen? Want to join in the conversation when they go live? Make sure to like and subscribe to the show on YouTube. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this...

Luke and Alex were joined by Resident A’s fan Tom and Resident Nice Guy Colin Lyman to preview the 2025 season and make their bold predictions for the year. With Tom’s A’s off in Sacramento, and Colin’s White Sox in depths of rebuilding, they both strike a surprisingly optimistic tone around the Detroit Tigers in 2025. This episode was recorded live on YouTube, and if you don’t want to miss future...

Alex and Luke got together ( Live on YouTube! ) for the first episode of the podcast’s 6th season to catch up on all the moves the Tigers made (or attempted to make) in the off-season, and to get a vibe check heading into the season. This season, we’ll be going live on YouTube for each new episode, so make sure to head over to the channel and subscribe so you don’t miss us going live (with chat in...

Luke and Alex get together in November to play their favorite game - cut 'em or keep 'em with the full 40 man roster. Do they keep Torkelson? What about Baez? Does Keider Montero have a future with this team? Unlike years past, the episode itself is overwhelmingly positive. Winning fixes everything, after all. Other discussions include the possible reunion with Justin Verlander, and if the Tigers...

Luke and Alex get together to put a bow on the 2024 campaign - celebrating the incredible run of the team, and slowly taking a turn towards looking at the future. Don’t forget - you can watch instead of listen, just go subscribe to our YouTube. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michiganandtrumbull.substack.com

Luke and Alex get together on Thursday afternoon to discuss the Tigers sweep of the Astros and look ahead to the divisional round of the MLB playoffs. This is a spot no one thought we’d be in, and the boys just keep the good times rolling in their discussion. We’ve also got plans to do a livestream on Monday for at least a few innings of the game, so make sure you head over to our YouTube channel...

Luke and Alex get together on the Monday after the regular season concludes, not to dissect the season, but to celebrate a playoff birth for the first time in 10 years. They also look ahead to the series, celebrate Tarik Skubal's Triple Crown, and congratulate Scott Harris on proving the haters wrong - or did he? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

As the Tigers kick off a series against the Royals, Luke and Alex got together to discuss these Tigers - the best team in the American League since July 4th. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michiganandtrumbull.substack.com

Luke and Alex got together earlier this week (right before Urshela and Baddoo got DFA’d) to catch up on all things Tigers - including looking at the trade deadline with the benefit of a little time for hindsight, and looking forward to the players we’re excited to see as the season winds down. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...

Luke and Alex got together at the end of the All-Star Break (and then became superstitious about dropping this episode) to discuss what the Tigers should do as the trade deadline approaches. They’ve got good arms on the roster, and could make some big moves to contenders - but the hot streak coming out of the All-Star break puts a lot more scenarios in play. This is a public episode. If you would...

Luke and Alex got together ahead of game 1 of the Sox series to discuss the current state of the team, and the mentality of the fan base as yet another sub-.500 season seems to be in the cards. They also discuss what they think we’ll see at the trade deadline, and when it is time to issue a final report card on Scott Harris. Want to watch instead of listen? Subscribe on YouTube. This is a public e...

Luke and Alex get together and discuss the current state of the Detroit Tigers - is this team actually exactly who we thought they’d be at the start of the season? What does that mean for the trade deadline as it approaches. Don’t forget to head to michiganandtrumbull.substack.com to subscribe so you never miss an episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subs...

With a rainout making tomorrow a double-header, Luke and Alex got together to discuss the hot and cold nature of the team - coming off a 14 run performance, it begs the question on if this roster is ready to compete. Is that missing ingredient a big bat in the lineup? Will management make a move this season? This off-season? Want to watch instead of listen? Check out our YouTube channel. This is a...

Luke and Alex get together to catchup on the season midway through May - and as Luke rants about, it is a tale of two teams. The pitching has been better than we’ve seen in a long time, but the absolute lack of bats is cause for alarm. Want to watch instead of listen? Check us out on YouTube. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...

Luke and Alex got together on Wednesday after the Tigers took their 4th straight series, this time taking 2 of 3 against the Cardinals. They chat about the Tigers performance through the month of April, and how they’re stacking up in the division. They also preview the month of May, with particular focus on this first week with series against the Yankees and Guardians. Want to watch instead of lis...

Following Masters weekend (and ahead of both Monday and Tuesday’s games), Luke and Alex get together to chat the state of the team through the first 15 or so games - setting us up for the first Luke Rant of the season. Want to watch instead of listen? Check us out on YouTube. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit m...

Luke and Alex get together after the Tigers found their first loss of the season - after rattling off five straight to open the year, and being the last remaining unbeated team. While it hasn’t bene perfect, Luke and Alex are in agreement that we couldn’t have asked for much more as Tigers fans. They’ll dissect the action, discuss the new broadcast booth, and take a look ahead at the Athletics ser...

Luke and Alex are joined for their annual tradition of making fools of themselves with season selections - as always, they’re joined by Resident A’s fan Tom, SeanY in Chicago, and Resident Nice Guy Colin. In part two this week, they make their picks for winners of all the divisons, the wild card teams, and do a snake draft for a season win totals pool. Want to watch the full episode? Check it out...

Luke and Alex are joined for their annual tradition of making fools of themselves with season selections - as always, they’re joined by Resident A’s fan Tom, SeanY in Chicago, and Resident Nice Guy Colin. On this episode, they’ll revisit their picks from 2023 and make their bold predictions for 2024. Join them next week on the pod for part two, or, if you want the picks now, you can get them in th...

This week, a little something different on the Michigan & Trumbull Podcast, as Alex is joined by Troy Urdahl, Minnesota Twins fan and author of "Chasing Influence: Transformational Coaching to Build Champions for Life". The conversation touches on the AL central, his favorite Twins players, the leadership of Ron Gardenhire, and of course, what it means to be a transformational leader. You can grab...

Three games into Spring Training, the Tigers are 1-1-1 - but that’s not the centerpiece of Luke and Alex’s conversation this week. With the signing of Gio Urshela, the guys believe this is the icing on the cake for the off-season moves. They dissect the lineup as it stands, and they find a lot to like about how things stand. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other su...

Michigan & Trumbull is back to kick off the 2024 season along with Spring Training. Join us as Luke and Alex chat about the state of the Tigers roster heading into the 2024 season. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michiganandtrumbull.substack.com

⚾ Batter up! Join Luke and Alex on this episode of the Michigan and Trumbull podcast as they break down every twist and turn of the Detroit Tigers' off-season. From headline-making trades to under-the-radar signings, the dynamic duo leaves no base uncovered. 📊 Get ready for a deep dive into the stats, player dynamics, and strategic plays that are set to define the Tigers' upcoming season. Luke a...

Luke and Alex get together to recap their weekend in Detroit to join in on the celebrations of Miguel Cabrera. They’ve also got a giveaway item from the weekend that they want to give to one of the subscribers of this Substack. If you’re already subscribed, you’ll get the entry form when it goes out. If you’re not subscribed, make sure you head over to michiganandtrumbull.substack.com and subscrib...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Michigan & Trumbull Podcast, your ultimate source for all things Detroit Tigers! First and foremost, they delve into the Tigers' fight for second place in the division and why it's more important than ever. With the team showing promising signs of growth, Luke and Alex discuss the significance of securing a strong position in the standings and what i...