X's and BrO's

With the Pistons on an 8-game heater, how does the national media view the Pistons, and could Jalen Duren take this team to a new level if he adds an offensive game? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See 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 the show to discuss the hottest team in hoops, and just how far the Pistons can keep it rolling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Despite stellar defense and strong rebounding, it took Tre Holloman's half-court buzzer beater for the Spartans to beat Maryland on the road Wednesday night. Shep challenges the idea that it was a lucky/ugly win for Tom Izzo's team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Athletic dropped an article with their All-Under-25 team in baseball, featuring the youngest stars in the sport. Riley Greene was left out, but is it justified? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With many football fans skeptical about the Lions' chances to succeed without Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, a couple of prominent voices in the league offered a vote of confidence for new OC John Morton and promoted DC Kelvin Sheppard. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pat Micheletti, radio analyst for the Minnesota Wild and Big Ten Network, joins the show to preview Red Wings @ Wild and also discuss the growth of hockey (or lack thereof) following the success of the 4 Nations Face-Off. 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 the "Friday Six-Pack," brought to you by Founders Brewing Co., including six non-sports questions to get you ready for the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saddi Washington, long-time Michigan men's basketball assistant coach and current Michigan State assistant coach, joins the show to discuss the Spartans' season so far and preview their clash with the Wolverines on Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josh Pastner joins the show to give a big-picture view of the Big Ten, and how he sees the ranked clash going between No. 14 Michigan State and No. 12 Michigan on Friday in Ann Arbor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.