Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico kicked off this short show before Opening Day with their thoughts on the debut of Tigers rookie 3B Kevin McGonigle. They discussed which other debuts in Detroit sports history they were as excited for and then talked about some jersey purchases they made in the past that they regretted. The guys heard from the people on all topics throughout the show.
Taking Your Calls On Your Worst Jersey Purchase
03/26/2026 | 9 mins.
The people talk to Stoney and Rico about their worst jersey purchases.
Which Jersey Purchases Have You Eventually Regretted?
03/26/2026 | 11 mins.
The guys discuss some jerseys they've bought in the past that they later regretted.
The Best New Ballpark Food In 2026
03/26/2026 | 7 mins.
David joins with a list of some new, unique food options across ballparks in MLB.
The People Chime In On The Most Anticipated Debuts In Detroit Sports History
03/26/2026 | 9 mins.
What Detroit sports debuts do the callers think are more anticipated than Kevin McGonigle?
The Valenti Show with Rico is Detroit’s must-listen daily sports show — where strong opinions meet smart analysis. Hosted by Mike Valenti and Rico Beard, The Valenti Show brings unfiltered takes on the biggest national stories and dives deep into all-things-Detroit sports: the Lions, Tigers, Pistons, Red Wings, Michigan and Michigan State. Whether it's NFL drama, playoff stakes or college football storylines, Valenti and Rico tell it like it is — no fluff, no fan service, just real talk. Catch The Valenti Show with Rico live Monday through Friday 2pm - 6pm EST on 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT). Full episodes, individual hours and show highlights drop daily wherever you get your podcasts.
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