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On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Collins gives A.J. Hinch some blame for the Tigers' struggles- NFL DRAFT: Rabs and TB review the Lions draft party at Ford Field- Lions select Aidan Hutchinson No. 2 overall- Lions trade up to select Jameson Williams at No. 12- Lions go defense-heavy the rest of the way- Rabs' grandiose Red Wings season recap- Jeff Blashill is OUT as the Wings' head coach- What the Wings' offseason should look like
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Rabs went to Vegas (4:53)- Collins and TB were at Comerica Park for Miggy's 3,000th hit (20:22)- The Tigers have been EXTREMELY disappointing (37:08)- Update on The Great Robbie Grossman Debate (54:51)- What do the Lions do at No. 2 overall? (1:08:33)- Rabs and TB are heading to Ford Field for the draft party (1:33:26)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Essential spots to hit on a Michigan State campus tour (8:30)- Reactions after the Pistons finish the season with a 23-59 record (16:34)- Has baseball become too analytical? (37:56)- Thoughts on the 4-4 start for the Tigers (45:58)- Trent's Trifecta (1:27:43)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- It's Masters week! (4:01)- Opening thoughts on the 2022 Detroit Tigers (14:25)- Riley Greene will miss the beginning of the season with a foot fracture (23:08)- How good is the Tigers' pitching rotation? (27:05)- Outlook on Tigers' catchers (32:57)- The great Robbie Grossman debate... again (39:46)- Can the Tigers' bullpen be as good as last season? (53:42)- Tigers trade Isaac Parades and a draft pick for OF Austin Meadows (1:02:14)- Miggy passes the first base torch to Spencer Torkelson (1:11:21)- What chance to the Tigers have to win the AL Central? (1:15:33)- Trent's Trifecta (1:26:16)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Michigan State almost beats Duke in the NCAA Tournament (9:49)- The Tigers are BACK (16:28)- Are the Pistons winning a little too much down the stretch of the season? (32:42)- Rabs' Trade Deadline Red Wings Update (41:34)- Lions free agency moves (1:30:41)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown- 2015 Michigan State Spartans vs. 2021 Cincinnati Bengals (3:37)- Who should the Lions take at No. 2? (11:25)- The MLB lockout drags on... (27:27)- The Pistons are the most watchable they've been all season (40:42)- We're approaching a very important Pistons offseason (46:47)- Rabs' Red Wings Update (52:17)- Don't be surprised if Filip Zadina isn't in Detroit next season (56:23)- Trent's Trifecta (1:12:55)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- The Winter Olympics are happening (1:03)- Matthew Stafford and the L.A. Rams win Super Bowl LVI (12:17)- Rabs becomes the Darth Vader of the Lions' fanbase (20:26)- Lions fans have no single direction (36:02)- The Stafford vs. Burrow debate that nobody needed (47:56)- Pistons get a thrilling win over the Boston Celtics (59:31)- Rabs' Red Wings trade deadline watch (1:07:50)- One-fecta: Who was your favorite Piston growing up? (1:29:24)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Pistons acquire Sacramento Kings' Marvin Bagley III for Josh Jackson and Trey Lyles (10:15)- Pistons' Jerami Grant not dealt at trade deadline (28:25)- Rabs' Red Wings update (38:34)- Lions promote TE coach Ben Johnson to OC, retain Aaron Glenn as DC (1:07:30)- Matthew Stafford is in the Super Bowl... how do we feel? (1:11:38)- Trent's Trifecta (1:24:08)
On this episode of The Motown Rundown:- Matthew Stafford advances to NFC Championship Game (7:22)- Are Detroit fans taking the Stafford thing too far? (13:20)- Cade Cunningham has been excellent for the Pistons (36:52)- Rabs' Red Wings update (50:02)- Trent's Trifecta (1:15:09)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Matthew Stafford gets his first career playoff win (8:13)- Can Stafford and the Rams beat the Buccaneers this weekend? (27:55)- Should Lions fans root against Stafford for draft position purposes? (33:10)- Rabs' Red Wings update (36:34)- Bol Bol trade voided with Pistons (50:04)- Give Beef Stew more minutes (52:42)- Jerami Grant NEEDS to be traded by the deadline (59:38)- Trent's Trifecta (1:08:45)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Happy New Year, we're back!- Pistons looking better in 2022 (10:22)- Pistons acquire Bol Bol from Denver Nuggets in exchange for Rodney McGruder and 2nd round pick (19:53)- Nicklas Lidstrom joins Red Wings organization as VP of Hockey Operations (25:42)- Rabs' Red Wings update (32:58)- 2021 Lions season review (46:07)- Lions part ways with OC Anthony Lynn (1:04:01)- How bright is the Lions' future, realistically? (1:07:37)- Trent's Trifecta (1:13:00)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Christmas recap (1:16)- Tribute to the great John Madden (7:40)- Michigan State takes on Pittsburgh in the Peach Bowl (13:59)- Red Wings hit with COVID-19 (16:53)- World Junior Championship tournament canceled (19:46)- COVID-19's brutal impact on professional sports (24:15)- Pistons still reeling, getting no help from pandemic (43:29)- Lions defeat the Arizona Cardinals 30-12 behind great game from Jared Goff (52:11)- Lions narrowly lose to the Atlanta Falcons 20-16 despite great game from Amon-Ra St. Brown (1:00:01)- Should the Lions be worried about draft position? (1:02:19)- THE PICKS: Lions travel to Seattle to take on Russell Wilson and the Seahawks (1:06:14)- Trent's Trifecta (1:10:38)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- What do you want for Christmas? (8:30)- Pistons are big-time struggling, coach Dwane Casey's job in jeopardy (14:05)- Dave Bing criticizes Cade Cunningham (26:43)- Rabs' Red Wings update (32:09)- Lions lose to Broncos, are unwatchable rest of season (42:42)- THE PICKS: Undermanned Lions look for second win, host Arizona Cardinals on Sunday (56:23)- Trent's Trifecta (59:46)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Rabs: The Red Wings are red hot (11:43)- Michael Rasmussen is a bit of a buzzkill (24:19)- Expectations for Pistons should change ASAP (31:10)- Collins: Domantas Sabonis could really help the Pistons (39:05)- How hot is Dwane Casey's seat? (44:02)- LIONS WIN 29-27 OVER MINNESOTA VIKINGS (47:47)- TB: Lions' young talent and good coaching won the game (50:51)- Was the Lions' post-win celebration too much? (1:01:07)- The Picks: Lions look for SECOND STRAIGHT WIN, take on Denver Broncos on the road (1:11:13)- Trent's Trifecta (1:15:13)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Lions drop the ball on Thanksgiving, remain winless (7:00)- Michigan finally beats Ohio State (20:40)- Tigers sign SS Javier Baez to 6-year contract (37:05)- Rabs' Red Wings update (55:10)- THE PICKS: Winless Lions host Minnesota Vikings on Sunday (1:04:32)- Trent's Trifecta (1:07:18)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Isaiah Stewart vs. LeBron James (7:41)- Red Wings falter on road trip (21:55)- Tigers free agency update (31:41)- Lions drop another winnable game to Cleveland Browns 13-10 (41:00)- THE PICKS: Lions host Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving Day (53:47)- Trent's Trifecta (57:24)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Tigers free agency headlines (1:22)- Pistons somehow still disappointing (12:00)- Rabs' Wings update (23:15)- Lions don't lose! Tie Steelers 16-16 (33:58)- The Picks: 0-8-1 Lions look for first win vs. Cleveland Browns (43:10)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Collins' Purdue experience- Cade Cunningham tops Jalen Green in 1 vs. 2 matchup- Pistons get second win of the season vs. Houston Rockets- The Red Wings are a legit hockey team- Tigers free agency preview- The Picks: Lions STILL searching for first win, hit the road to take on Pittsburgh Steelers- Trent's Trifecta
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Tigers trade for catcher Tucker Barnhart (0:51)- Recapping one hell of a weekend in East Lansing (4:03)- Spartans come back to beat the Wolverines (12:03)- Why the MSU football program deserves more respect (22:15)- How do the Pistons turn around the early disappointing season? (44:22)- Red Wings update from Rabs (56:41)- Lions get spanked heading into the bye week (1:07:01)- Trent's Trifecta, including lots of Backyard Sports nostalgia (1:15:39)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Michigan State football hosts Michigan this weekend (1:29)- Spartans vs. Wolverines game predictions (12:09)- Pistons start season slow (22:04)- Red Wings continue to impress and captain Dylan Larkin calls game as we record (33:35)- Lions and their bag of tricks lose to the LA Rams (57:37)- We still love you, Matthew Stafford (1:06:07)- The Picks: Lions look for first win vs. Philadelphia Eagles at home (1:15:39)- Trent's Trifecta (1:19:34)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- TB's unique Lions game day experience (3:30)- Pistons 2021-22 season preview (10:50)- Red Wings earn a point in 7-6 OT loss to Tampa Bay Lightning (32:00)- Positives from the early Red Wings season (38:37)- Lions stay winless, losing 34-11 to Cincinnati Bengals (1:01:21)- The Picks: Lions hit the road to play Matthew Stafford and the L.A. Rams (1:15:33)- Rabs' random thoughts to end the show (1:21:49)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Michigan State football remains undefeated (2:32)- Rabs' Red Wings 2021-22 season preview extravaganza (13:55)- Wings over/under 76.5 points this season? (49:30)- Takeaways from Lions' heartbreaking loss to Minnesota Vikings (52:27)- Do you support Dan Campbell getting emotional at the podium? (1:03:40)- The Picks: Lions host Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals (1:29:47)- Trent's Trifecta (1:37:23)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Michigan State Homecoming weekend was a blast (4:52)- Tigers wrap up their 2021 season (10:15)- How should the Tigers attack the offseason? (24:35)- Lions remain winless after loss to Chicago Bears (54:55)- Should the Lions have gone for it on 4th & 1 or attempted the field goal? (1:09:21)- The Picks: Lions look for first win, take on Minnesota Vikings on the road (1:26:00)- Trent's Trifecta (1:29:12)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Huge weekend for the boys (1:45)- Benches clear in Tigers' final home game of 2021 (12:26)- Jersey scene at Ford Field is absolutely bizarre (28:12)- Raw reactions to Lions' 19-17 loss to the Baltimore Ravens (38:04)- Taking our weekly temperature on Jared Goff (42:54)- Should Sheila Ford Hamp have been showered with boos at halftime? (53:53)- Was the end of the game mismanaged by the Lions? (1:03:30)- Officials miss a crucial delay-of-game penalty on the Ravens (1:12:24)- Justin Tucker bounces in NFL-record 66-yard field goal to keep Lions winless (1:16:29)- The Picks: Lions look for first win, travel to take on the Chicago Bears (1:25:37)- Trent's Trifecta (1:32:08)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Michigan State Football is on a roll (2:22)- Main takeaways from Lions' 35-17 loss to Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football (10:10)- Still adjusting to Goff instead of Stafford (23:58)- Too early to talk about the draft? (30:49)- Can the Lions still win more than four games? (32:36)- The Picks, Lions host Baltimore Ravens on Sunday (44:54)- Trent's Trifecta (57:12)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Main takeaways from Lions' 41-33 loss to 49ers in 2021 season opener (3:39)- CB Jeff Okudah out for season with Achilles injury (13:41)- Team didn't quit on coach Dan Campbell (21:18)- Penei Sewell shines bright at left tackle, should he stay there when Taylor Decker returns? (23:42)- Jared Goff ain't Matthew Stafford (30:40)- The Picks: Lions travel to Lambeau Field for a Monday Night showdown with the Packers (41:46)- Trent's Trifecta (47:22)
*DISCLAIMER* Apologies for some audio quality issues in the beginning of the episode. We promise it gets much better. Don't stop listening.On this week's episode of the Motown Rundown: - Rabs' take on Ryan Field [5:38]- Rabs is now a Michigan State Football season ticket holder [14:52]- How much do you trust Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell and Sheila Ford Hamp? [19:34]- What will be the Lions' biggest strength? [25:57]- What will be the Lions' biggest weakness? [30:12]- Which Lions player are you most excited to watch this season? [34:56]- Who will be the Lions' team MVP when the season ends? [41:00]- Sophomore Jump or Sophomore Slump (Okudah, Swift, J. Okwara, Cephus)? [43:33]- HALFTIME: Pistons trade Sekou Doumbouya to the Brooklyn Nets [52:40]- Do the Lions win over/under 4.5 games? [54:23]- Lions record predictions [59:16]- How do the Lions finish in the NFC North? [1:05:15]- What needs to happen for you to call this Lions season a success? [1:09:11]- The return of "The Picks" as the Lions host the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday [1:14:28]
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- Rabs and Collins give some advice as TB has his first day of senior year at MSU (2:20)- Miggy FINALLY hits homer No. 500 (11:49)- Avila, Hinch, and Tigers ready to spend and win next season (25:03)- The Great Robbie Grossman Debate (33:33)- Lions announce 53-man roster (45:50)- Is there any juice for this Lions season? (55:21)
On this JAM-PACKED episode of The Motown Rundown:- The guys FINALLY react to the Pistons drafting Cade Cunningham No. 1 overall [6:54]- Pistons draft Isaiah Livers, Luka Garza and Balsa Koprivica in second round [15:33]- Is Sekou Doumbouya a bust? [26:05]- Pistons sign Kelly Olynyk... good move or not? [29:23]- Red Wings trade for goalie Alex Nedeljkovic [33:39]- Rabs recaps Steve Yzerman's other latest moves for the Wings [40:39]- Who will be the Lions' No. 1 wide receiver by Week 1? [1:00:56]- Lions-themed "Buy or Sell?" [1:05:01]- The guys' favorite headlines from Lions training camp [1:15:35]- Can't ask for much more from the Tigers [1:19:06]- Miggy's on the verge of homer No. 500... is it going under-appreciated? [1:30:16]- Is successfully managing a fantasy football team resume-worthy? [1:34:33]
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:- If you caught Miggy's 500th homer, what would it take to give the ball back? (1:45)- Rabs' Red Wings Draft recap (9:06)- Steve Yzerman is killin' it (17:30)- TB down bad if the Pistons pass on Cade Cunningham at No. 1 (25:22)- Collins rants about NBA analysts not watching college hoops (32:25)- Are the Pistons done rebuilding after Thursday's draft? (44:03)- Do you like the Pistons' draft hat? (48:11)
On this episode of The Motown Rundown:- Space Jam 2 is the worst movie Rabs has ever seen (4:08)- Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks win the NBA Finals (11:06)- What is the best trophy presentation in American sports? (15:04)- Should the red hot Tigers trade Jonathan Schoop? (24:31)- Red Wings' Dennis Cholowski selected by the Seattle Kraken in the NHL Expansion Draft (39:24)- Who do the Red Wings take in the entry draft? (47:51)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown, Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley discuss:- Bryson DeChambeau is complaining again (1:37)- Milwaukee Bucks tie up NBA Finals vs. Phoenix Suns at 2-2 (4:54)- Team USA loses two exhibition games (11:19)- MLB All-Star Game and Home Run Derby (16:31)- Tigers draft recap (24:05)- Tigers bullpen returns to raising our blood pressure (46:39)- NHL Expansion Draft, who will the Red Wings protect? (51:25)- Trent's Trifecta (1:18:07)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown:Catching up after a week off: (0:31)Any juice in this NBA Finals?: (11:40)Tampa Bay Lightning win the Stanley Cup: (15:01)Detroit Pistons win the 2021 Draft Lottery: (18:26)Potential trade packages for the first overall pick: (28:18)Detroit Tigers heating up: (42:02)Trent's Trifecta: (1:03:24)
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley open the sports talk with a Pistons draft lottery outlook, as they hold a 14% chance at the No. 1 overall pick in Tuesday's lottery. Then, they give some insight on Matt Manning's starting pitching debut for the Tigers last week. Next, they jump into the national landscape, discussing the recent developments in the NBA playoffs and Stanley Cup playoffs before talking about the imperfect U.S. Open over the weekend. The show wraps up with "Trent's Trifecta."
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Rabs and Collins chronicle some golf course stories (1:05) before rolling right into some NHL playoffs updates (11:03). TB gets in the mix for some NBA playoffs talk (21:35), including why Nikola Jokic didn't deserve the 2021 NBA MVP award (27:53). The crew then dives into Detroit talk, giving some rapid, scorching-hot takes on the 2021 Detroit Lions (32:52). Then, they discuss whether or not A.J. Hinch has been a good manager for the Tigers (40:29). The show closes with "Trent's Trifecta," featuring some French Open tennis and Allen Iverson/Adrian Peterson talk (51:13).
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: TB opens the show with some remarks in defense of LeBron James following the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round exit (3:18), which leads Rabs and Collins to get in the mix to discuss who they're now rooting for to win it all (18:07). Rabs then breaks down the Winnipeg Jets' Mark Scheifele's four-game suspension following his pulverizing hit on Jake Evans... was it dirty or not (24:21)? The crew finally rolls into Detroit sports, as Collins gives some reason for optimism in the Tigers' future despite a disappointing season thus far (35:41). They then defend Dan Campbell as an exciting head coach and face of the Lions (52:21) before giving some quick thoughts on Todd Gurley being rumored to sign with the team (57:49). A lightning edition of "Trent's Trifecta" rounds out the show (1:00:01).
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley kick the show off with some talk about the worst fanbases in sports (2:18). Then, Rabs talks about why the New York Knicks' playoff victory over the Atlanta Hawks was so awesome (8:18). This leads the crew to discuss which Detroit team's playoff atmosphere will be the best when the teams make it back (14:24). They talk some NBA playoffs, including making Finals predictions (31:44), followed by the same conversation with the Stanley Cup Playoffs (45:22). They celebrate Phil Mickelson's PGA Championship win at 50 years old (1:04:20) before giving an update on the Tigers, including JaCoby Jones being sent down (1:10:35). TB wraps up the show with "Trent's Trifecta" (1:24:02).
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley rip open the show by talking some NHL and NBA playoffs. Then, TB and Collins recap the Pistons' season and give some insight on the future before Rabs and Collins discuss the Red Wings' decision to bring back Jeff Blashill has head coach. Then, the crew relives Spencer Turnbull's no-hitter, including some choice words about the Bally Sports Detroit broadcast. Finally, TB wraps it up with a new installment of "Trent's Trifecta," featuring some predictions as to who will win the Stanley Cup and the NBA Finals.
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley have a fully-loaded show! The show opens with some banter about KISS, Kevin James and summer plans. As the first order of Motown business, the guys react to Pistons coach Dwane Casey's contract extension through the 2023-24 season (7:38). Then, with the conclusion of the Red Wings' season, Rabs gives a thorough wrap-up of the team's 2020-21 campaign (16:34) before he and Collins give some insight on coach Jeff Blashill's murky future (37:38). Next, they hop back on the optimism train with the Tigers, as the club has gone 4-1 since the guys were upset (to put it lightly) a week ago (47:24). Finally, they react to the Lions' schedule release (1:03:22) and give some way-too-early record predictions for the 2021 season (1:05:52). TB wraps up the show with a quick edition of "Trent's Trifecta" (1:15:05).Join the show! Submit any questions, comments, or ideas for upcoming shows @Motown_Rundown on Twitter, or on The Motown Rundown Facebook page.Follow the Motown Rundown crew on Twitter: Ryan Rabinowitz (@RRabinowitz4) Ryan Collins (@RyanCollins524) Trent Balley (@TrentBalley) The Motown Rundown is brought to you by Impact 89FM Sports (@WDBMSports).
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley give a quick update on the watchability of the Pistons, as Rabs has plans to attend the game vs. the Memphis Grizzlies (4:44). Then, they discuss the Lions releasing Kerryon Johnson (7:02) and then their draft haul from last Thursday (13:48). The bulk of the show consists of the crew unloading the clip on the Tigers, as the team still has yet to reach double-digit wins (33:46). Rabs gives his long-awaited exposé on the Tigers' trades since the rebuild began (36:48). The show concludes with a rapid installment of "Trent's Trifecta," including discussions of Aaron Rodgers wanting out of Green Bay (1:04:29).Join the show! Submit any questions, comments, or ideas for upcoming shows @Motown_Rundown on Twitter, or on The Motown Rundown Facebook page.Follow the Motown Rundown crew on Twitter: Ryan Rabinowitz (@RRabinowitz4) Ryan Collins (@RyanCollins524) Trent Balley (@TrentBalley) The Motown Rundown is brought to you by Impact 89FM Sports (@WDBMSports).
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley cover all four teams. First, Balley and Collins give reason to watch the young Pistons core over their final stretch of the season (6:35). Then, Rabs gives some updates on the Red Wings shutting down players for their final six games and begins to evaluate the season as a whole (14:07). The crew then releases some frustration regarding the Tigers' recent skid in which they've lost 10 of their last 11 games (21:20). The show concludes with an in-depth preview of the Lions' 2021 Draft, which happens Thursday. The guys give their thoughts on what the Lions' goals should be (43:31), their favorite realistic QB prospect for the Lions (1:06:15), their favorite skill player (1:09:51), their favorite defensive player (1:12:44), their favorite draft picks in recent years (1:14:40) and their LEAST favorite draft picks in recent years (1:17:05).Join the show! Submit any questions, comments, or ideas for upcoming shows @Motown_Rundown on Twitter, or on The Motown Rundown Facebook page.Follow the Motown Rundown crew on Twitter: Ryan Rabinowitz (@RRabinowitz4) Ryan Collins (@RyanCollins524) Trent Balley (@TrentBalley) The Motown Rundown is brought to you by Impact 89FM Sports (@WDBMSports).
The boys start the show off talking to the Mantha Trade, talking winners or losers of the deal. Little bit of Pistons talk and the crew ends the show yelling about Victor Reyes playing time. All that and some Pixar movie talk to end the show.
On this episode of the Motown Rundown: Ryan Rabinowitz, Ryan Collins and Trent Balley go out-of-city for some thoughts on the closing of the NCAA men's basketball season (5:33). Then, they briefly touch on Pistons rookie Killian Hayes' return (20:29). For the bulk of the show, they discuss the Tigers' 3-3 start (22:45), including gripes with the lineup (29:17), the pitching rotation (38:10) and Chip Hale's third-base coaching (55:27). They round out the show with another edition of "Trent's Trifecta (1:03:36)."Join the show! Submit any questions, comments, or ideas for upcoming shows @Motown_Rundown on Twitter, or on The Motown Rundown Facebook page.Follow the Motown Rundown crew on Twitter: Ryan Rabinowitz (@RRabinowitz4) Ryan Collins (@RyanCollins524) Trent Balley (@TrentBalley) The Motown Rundown is brought to you by Impact 89FM Sports (@WDBMSports)
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