Reacting To The Red Wings' Catastrophic Loss Last Night
03/25/2026 | 10 mins.
Stoney (in for Valenti) share their thoughts on the Red Wings' loss to the Senators last night.
FULL SHOW: Tuesday, March 24th
03/24/2026 | 2h 25 mins.
Valenti and Rico focused the majority of today's show on the Red Wings' huge game against the Senators tonight at LCA. They paused briefly to talk Tigers ahead of Opening Day and some March Madness topics as well.
HOUR 1: Why Tonight's Game Is Must-Win For The Red Wings + Mock Draft Mania
03/24/2026 | 40 mins.
The guys discussed why the Red Wings need to win their game against the Senators tonight and what will happen if they don't. Then, David joined with a recent NFL mock draft.
HOUR 2: MLB Opening Day On Netflix, More Of Your Red Wings Calls, & MLB Season Receipts
03/24/2026 | 40 mins.
Mike and Rico took some more of your Red Wings calls throughout the second hour. Plus, they briefly touched on MLB's opening game being on Netflix and what this says about the state of sports before they gave their season predictions.
HOUR 3: Lions Best And Worst Free Agent Signings, McMonigle Makes Tigers Roster, & Picking Final Four Teams From Sweet 16
03/24/2026 | 31 mins.
Valenti and Rico opened a packed third hour with a list from PFF of the best and the worst Lions free agency signings. They got into the makeup of the Tigers roster and then picked the teams they think will make the Final Four from the remaining teams in the NCAA Tournament.
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