X's and BrO's

Mike Eruzione -- captain of the 1980 "Miracle On Ice" USA Hockey team -- joins the show to reflect on the impact of his squad's run 45 years later, and tell you what Team USA needs to do Thursday night to take down Team Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep and Trent discuss the impact of the 1980 gold medal-winning USA Hockey squad, and whether or not any other team in American sports history has had such a national impact. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Radio voice of the Red Wings, Ken Kal joins the show to discuss the positive impact of the 4 Nations Face-Off and also look ahead to the final stretch of the Red Wings' season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Purdue coach Matt Painter had high praise for Tom Izzo after the Spartans' win over the Boilermakers, and Shep doubles down on just how much Izzo means to Michigan State University. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rick Pitino gives Shep a refreshing reminder that old-school coaching can still work in today's college basketball world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With what we're seeing in the 4 Nations Face-Off in hockey, Shep wonders what a potential USA vs. World clash would do for NBA All-Star Game ratings and engagement following the commercial mess that was the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ian Kress of WLNS in Lansing joins the show to reflect on Tom Izzo's record-breaking Saturday, and look ahead to how the Spartans will fare the rest of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See 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, including who impressed and who did not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With his 354th Big Ten win on Saturday, Tom Izzo passed Bob Knight as the winningest coach in conference history... but Shep explains why his legacy goes beyond just the sport itself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott Dochterman of The Athletic joins the show to discuss how Big Ten athletic departments are making (and losing) their money, and what the future of the college sports economy looks like. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep tells you what the Tigers' goal should be for team wins above replacement (WAR) in 2025, and how many innings the pitching rotation should cover, too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should the Lions be all-in suitors for a Myles Garrett deal, and if so, what should their offer look like? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to Team USA's 6-1 win over Finland on Thursday night in the 4-Nations Face-Off, and tells you why you should be tuning-in to this tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greg Wyshynski, senior NHL writer for ESPN, joins the show to discuss the 4 Nations Face-Off hockey tournament, and tells you what the U.S. need to do to maybe even win it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep reacts to reports that Alex Bregman is signing with the Boston Red Sox, despite the Tigers making a compelling offer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Terry Mills joins the show to talk all things Michigan Wolverines men's basketball, including their impressive win over Purdue on Tuesday to take sole possession of first place in the Big Ten. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep recalls Tigers fans' devastation in 1987 when "Big Wheel" Lance Parrish signed with the Phillies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Tom Izzo on the brink of Big Ten history, his squad shot a dismal 17% from deep and lost to an unranked Indiana team at the Breslin Center on Tuesday night. Shep puts into perspective just how concerning MSU's 3-point Achilles' heel is. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How many "tough guys" are there in today's NBA, and what's the biggest difference between toughness in a guy like Bill Laimbeer vs. toughness in a guy like Joe Dumars? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After taking a pounding in Super Bowl LIX, what does the future look like for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See 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 credit to those who impressed and flak to those who did not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep gives his opinion on what we saw in Super Bowl LIX, featuring an Eagles beat down of the Chiefs 40-22. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob Ellis from Philadelphia local radio joins the show to preview Super Bowl LIX. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shep is fed-up with Kelly Stafford's comments regarding the L.A. Rams' desire to trade Cooper Kupp, just the latest installment of Kelly inserting herself into her husband's business. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

National Signing Day seemed to simply come and go this year, when it used to be such a monumental day in college sports. Has NIL and the transfer portal made college sports less enjoyable? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.