X's and Bro's with Sean Baligian

Who's the greatest athlete in NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL history, and why is baseball the toughest sport to decide on? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

B.J. Rains, who provides award-winning coverage of Boise State football, joins the show to give Lions fans an inside look at their 6th-round draft pick Ahmed Hassanein on the defensive line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep challenges the idea that defensive-minded teams are "boring" and debunks the narrative that one particular team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs isn't scoring enough goals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the announcement of flag football becoming an Olympic sport in 2028, should Lions fans want to see their own in the games, or hold off for injury risk purposes? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Max Bultman of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the latest Stanley Cup Playoffs topics, and what the Red Wings need to do to get there as soon as next season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite the Tigers being at the top of the standings and one of the best teams in all of baseball, how many players are having an All-Star-caliber season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, including who impressed and who did NOT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show to talk about walk makes a professional athlete, dealing with high-pressure situations, and much more on our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite the Lions' tough road schedule, Shep believes home field advantage is overblown and the Lions will be just fine in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Griffith of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins the show to talk about the kinds  of players the Lions are getting in Tate Ratledge and Dominic Lovett out of Georgia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show to take a quick look at the Lions schedule, discuss the impact of the bye week, and even give a quick take on the red-hot Tigers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Pete Rose being posthumously reinstated for Hall of Fame eligibility, should he be enshrined despite his gambling scandals? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a walk-off home run in extra innings on Tuesday, fans are re-embracing Javier Baez for good reason after a rough 3 seasons in Detroit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Barkley recently entertained the idea of a USA vs. World event in lieu of an NBA All-Star Game, similar to what the NHL did with its Four Nations Tournament. Could the NBA pull this off, and if so, what would the matchup look like? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep tells you why the Tigers are going to have a tough decision to make on whether or not they pay Tarik Skubal market-resetting money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep and Trent present their "Heroes and Heels" from the sports weekend, including who impressed and who did NOT in the sports world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons, founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat to talk about the importance of rookie mini camp, Mother's Day, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Between A.J. Hinch, Dan Campbell, J.B. Bickerstaff and Todd McLellan, is Detroit the best-coached sports city in American sports? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep pays tribute to Chet Lemon, center fielder for the '84 Detroit Tigers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Forslund of NHL on TNT joins the show to give his perspective on how the Stanley Cup Playoffs have gone, how hockey can continue to grow its game, where the Red Wings stand in the NHL landscape, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave McCarthy of NHL.com and NHL Network joins the show to break down the Stanley Cup Playoffs and give a national perspective on where the Red Wings are in their drawn-out "rebuild."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shep reacts to Jeff Passan's opinion that Tarik Skubal will get a big money contract, and wonders whether the 28-year-old ace will get that payday from the Tigers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Tigers posting their best start to a season in over a decade, are fans going overboard with how this team is viewed by the other top-tier teams in MLB?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin Meek of The Athletic joins the show to discuss the breaking news of Michigan Football coach Sherrone Moore's suspension for deleted texts amidst the Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitch Lyons joins the show for our weekly "Mondays with Mitch" chat, presented by Mitch Lyons Wealth. Mitch and Shep discuss what makes an athlete clutch, put a bow on the Pistons' season, talk a little turkey hunting, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.