Costa and Jansen with Heather

Best of Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Spurs Expose Pistons Weakness, Rest Management And The Best In The NBA?

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Pistons faced the Spurs and showed some of their biggest weaknesses. There is a load management problem in the NBA, how is it resolved and do you beli...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Belief In Brad Holmes, Could LaPorta Get Traded, And More!

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Best Of Lions, Stoney & Jansen discuss if they trust Brad Holmes this offseason. Plus, Karsch & Anderson wonder what a Sam LaPorta trad...

2/27/26 - How much faith remains in Brad Holmes? Are you being priced out of being a sports fan? Jon's Cookie Jar, Do you feel differently about Dylan Larkin?

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/27/26 - How much faith remains in Brad Holmes? Are you being priced out of being a sports fan? Jon's Cookie Jar, Do you feel differently about Dyl...

9:00 HOUR: Have you been priced out of being a sports fan? Heather gives us the news

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Have you been priced out of being a sports fan? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Do you feel differently about Dylan Larkin? Re-evaluating our faith in Brad Holmes

27 Feb 2026

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8:00 HOUR: Do you feel differently about Dylan Larkin? Re-evaluating our faith in Brad Holmes

7:00 HOUR: You won't believe how much an Aaron Judge WBC jersey costs, Jon's Cookie Jar

27 Feb 2026

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7:00 HOUR: You won't believe how much an Aaron Judge WBC jersey costs, Jon's Cookie Jar

6:00 HOUR: The Red Wings get back into action with a win, How much faith do you have in Brad Holmes?

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: The Red Wings get back into action with a win, How much faith do you have in Brad Holmes?

Do you feel differently about Dylan Larkin?

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After winning the gold medal, Dylan Larkin scored two goals for the Red Wings, including the overtime winner, in their first game back from the Olympi...

Have you been priced out of being a sports fan?

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An authentic Aaron Judge WBC jersey costs $420, and won't arrive until April

How much faith do you have in Brad Holmes? Pt 2

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion as the NFL Combine goes on in Indianapolis

How much faith do you have in Brad Holmes? Pt 1

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The NFL offseason begins in earnest with this week's Scouting Combine in Indianapolis

Jon's Cookie Jar

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Do Jon's cookies taste better than Jim's?

2/26/26 - The Thunder load-managed a loss to the Pistons, Who is your eye on at the Combine? Two Grand Slam, Where is the worst place you have dropped your phone?

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/26/26 - The Thunder load-managed a loss to the Pistons, Who is your eye on at the Combine? Two Grand Slam, Where is the worst place you have droppe...

9:00 HOUR: Why will this year be different for the Red Wings? What can be done about load management in the NBA?

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Why will this year be different for the Red Wings? What can be done about load management in the NBA?

8:00 HOUR: The worst place to drop your phone, Heather delivers the news

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: The worst place to drop your phone, Heather delivers the news

7:00 HOUR: Who do you have your eye on at the Combine? Two Grand Slam

26 Feb 2026

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7:00 HOUR: Who do you have your eye on at the Combine? Two Grand Slam

6:00 HOUR: The Pistons beat players wearing Thunder jerseys, A name to keep an eye out for the Pistons

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: The Pistons beat players wearing Thunder jerseys, A name to keep an eye out for the Pistons

Gov's fuddy duddy moment

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Why is Dan Orlovsky wearing a USA hockey jersey with the number "08" on it?

Chris from Monroe tries the Two Grand Slam

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you do better than Chris in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?

What can be done about load management in the NBA? Pt 2

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after the Pistons' unsatisfying win over the league-best Thunder

What can be done about load management in the NBA? Pt 1

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Pistons defeated the voluntarily depleted Thunder at LCA

Where is the worst place you dropped your phone? Pt 2

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Jon dropped his phone behind his bed

Where is the worst place you dropped your phone? Pt 1

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon nearly toppled his bed over after he dropped his phone

Who do you have your eye on at the Combine?

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The NFL Scouting Combine begins today

Why will this year be different for the Red Wings?

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Wings come back from the Olympic break with a game against the Senators

2/25/26 - Taylor Decker is coming back, Some interesting UFL rule changes, Best sports families, What should Jon do with all his stuff?

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/25/26 - Taylor Decker is coming back, Some interesting UFL rule changes, Best sports families, What should Jon do with all his stuff?

9:00 HOUR: Taylor Decker wants back but should the Lions want him back? Heather gives us the news

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Taylor Decker wants back but should the Lions want him back? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Best sports families, What should Jon do with his old keepsakes?

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Best sports families, What should Jon do with his old keepsakes?

7:00 HOUR: UFL rule changes, Should the Lions stick with Taylor Decker?

25 Feb 2026

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7:00 HOUR: UFL rule changes, Should the Lions stick with Taylor Decker?

6:00 HOUR: The Tigers are getting blown out in Spring Training, Taylor Decker is coming back

25 Feb 2026

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6:00 HOUR: The Tigers are getting blown out in Spring Training, Taylor Decker is coming back

A pair of items for NBD or BFD

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Tigers are getting blown out in the Grapefruit League, while Stoney seems unimpressed with Michigan winning the Big Ten

Who is the greatest sports family?

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Hughes brothers were instrumental in the U.S. men's Olympic hockey team claiming gold

Do you want to see these UFL rule changes come to the NFL?

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The UFL has some interesting implementations for the upcoming season

What should Jon do with his old keepsakes?

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon has old photos and memorabilia that he isn't sure what to do with

Should the Lions stick with Taylor Decker? Pt 2

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Taylor Decker announced his return for next season

Should the Lions stick with Taylor Decker? Pt 1

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Decker announced that he will return for his 11th NFL season

2/24/26 - Why can't USA soccer do what USA hockey just did? Two Grand Slam, Stoney's Blind Rankings, The Lions go international

24 Feb 2026

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2/24/26 - Why can't USA soccer do what USA hockey just did? Two Grand Slam, Stoney's Blind Rankings, The Lions go international

9:00 HOUR: Heather gives us the news, Jon's meeting with Goldberg

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Heather gives us the news, Jon's meeting with Goldberg

8:00 HOUR: The Pistons lose to the Spurs, The Lions go international

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: The Pistons lose to the Spurs, The Lions go international

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Stoney's Blind Rankings

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Stoney's Blind Rankings

6:00 HOUR: Is the Pistons loss a cause for concern, Why can't USA men's soccer win at the highest level?

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Is the Pistons loss a cause for concern, Why can't USA men's soccer win at the highest level?

Do you like morning sports?

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Lions will be playing a regular season game in Germany this fall

Do you want to see this change in NFL officiating?

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The NFL is exploring the possibility of replay officials throwing flags on non-football acts

Jon's meeting with Goldberg

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After the blind rankings, Jon talks about meeting the WWE star

Stoney's Blind Rankings: Jewish Athletes

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney has Jon blindly rank 10 professional Jewish athletes

Is last night's Pistons loss to the Spurs cause for greater concern?

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Spurs beat the Pistons 114-103 at LCA

Nate from Melvindale tries the Two Grand Slam

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you do better than Nate in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?

Why can't USA soccer do what USA hockey just did? Pt 2

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion about USA men's soccer competing at the highest level on the world stage

Why can't USA soccer do what USA hockey just did? Pt 1

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. men's Olympic hockey team won gold over Canada

2/23/26 - The U.S. men win Olympic hockey gold, Woe Canada, Do you like 3-on-3 OT? Reviewing Duke-Michigan

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/23/26 - The U.S. men win Olympic hockey gold, Woe Canada, Do you like 3-on-3 OT? Reviewing Duke-Michigan

Woe Canada

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney sings an ode to the United States' victory over Canada in the Olympics Men's Hockey gold medal game

Best of Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Talking free agency, trades, and draft

22 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

97.1 The Ticket presents a selection of discussions about the Lions from during the past week from Costa & Jansen with Heather, Karsch & Anderson, and...

Best Of The Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Is Detroit The Best Team In The NBA? Does Cade Have The Best Case For MVP?

21 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Pistons notched another statement win against the Knicks, with Cade Cunningham doubling down on his MVP case at Madison Square Garden. Is anything...

2/20/26 - Cade's MVP case, Are MSU fans jealous of Dusty May? Previewing Michigan-Duke, Cookie Jar

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/20/26 - Cade's MVP case, Are MSU fans jealous of Dusty May? Previewing Michigan-Duke, Cookie Jar

9:00 HOUR: Do you lose gold when you win silver? Heather's news

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Do you lose gold when you win silver? Heather's news

8:00 HOUR: Cade Cunningham's MVP case, What's at stake for Michigan this weekend?

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Cade Cunningham's MVP case, What's at stake for Michigan this weekend?

7:00 HOUR: Previewing Michigan-Duke, Cookie Jar

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Previewing Michigan-Duke, Cookie Jar

6:00 HOUR: Cade Cunningham cooks the Knicks, Are MSU fans jealous of Dusty May?

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Cade Cunningham cooks the Knicks, Are MSU fans jealous of Dusty May?

Are MSU fans jealous of what Dusty May is doing in Ann Arbor? Pt 2

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion ahead of #1 Michigan's matchup with Duke on Saturday

Are MSU fans jealous of what Dusty May is doing in Ann Arbor? Pt 1

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Wolverines are #1 in the country with a roster heavily developed from the transfer portal

Do you believe Cade Cunningham is the NBA MVP this year?

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Cunningham's masterful performance in New York

Cade Cunningham's MVP case

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cunningham scored 42 points, dished out 13 assists, and grabbed 8 rebounds as the Pistons beat the Knicks at MSG

Cookie Jar: The signs of spring

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the worst month of the year, National Muffin Day, pizza parties, and more!

2/19/26 - Should the Lions follow the Chiefs' lead? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Have sports logos become too bland?

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/19/26 - Should the Lions follow the Chiefs' lead? Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon, Have sports logos become too bland?

9:00 HOUR: Have sports logos become too bland? Heather gives us the news

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Have sports logos become too bland? Heather gives us the news

8:00 HOUR: Is Dylan Larkin underappreciated in Detroit? The best sounds in sports

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Is Dylan Larkin underappreciated in Detroit? The best sounds in sports

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Dear Jon

6:00 HOUR: Are you on board with the Lions restructuring Goff's contract? Heather's serial dog pooper

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Are you on board with the Lions restructuring Goff's contract? Heather's serial dog pooper

Are you on board with the Lions restructuring Jared Goff's contract?

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Chiefs did so with Patrick Mahomes and opened up $43-million in salary cap space

Bad neighborhood behavior

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Someone is leaving bagged dog poop in Heather's neighborhood

Dear Jon: Her body, my money

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon gives advice on situations involving feeling guilty, telling her no, and gym etiquette

Have sports logos become too bland? Pt 2

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Jim's observation this weekend

Have sports logos become too bland? Pt 1

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jim sent a harmless post over the weekend that got a ton of views

Is Dylan Larkin underappreciated in Detroit?

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Larkin had a goal in the USA's 2-1 OT win over Sweden

Arles from Redford attempts the Two Grand Slam

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you do better than Arles in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?

The best sounds in sports

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Quinn Hughes scored the game-winning goal against Sweden by ringing one off the post and in

2/17/26 - Fantasy NFL Trades, Two Grand Slam, Is the USA falling behind in sports? Would you go on this blind date?

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/17/26 - Fantasy NFL Trades, Two Grand Slam, Is the USA falling behind in sports? Would you go on this blind date?

9:00 HOUR: Would you go on this blind date? Heather with the news

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: Would you go on this blind date? Heather with the news

8:00 HOUR: Why Marc Ryan won't try a paczek, Should the Lions offer a trade for Maxx Crosby?

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: Why Marc Ryan won't try a paczek, Should the Lions offer a trade for Maxx Crosby?

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Is the USA falling behind in sports?

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Two Grand Slam, Is the USA falling behind in sports?

6:00 HOUR: Marc Ryan joins us on Fat Tuesday, Fantasy NFL Trades

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: Marc Ryan joins us on Fat Tuesday, Fantasy NFL Trades

Is the USA falling behind in sports? Pt 2

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion about Marc Ryan's claim that the U.S. is falling behind

Is the USA falling behind in sport? Pt 1

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Marc Ryan does not like what he's seeing out of the Winter Olympics

Fantasy NFL trades

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

ESPN's Bill Barnwell created a list of NFL trades he would like to see

Marc Ryan vs. Paczki

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Will Marc Ryan indulge in some paczki on Fat Tuesday?

Should the Lions offer a trade for Maxx Crosby?

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

ESPN's Bill Barnwell created a list of trades that would make sense for both teams, and he has the Bears trading for Crosby

Geovoni from Detroit tries the Two Grand Slam

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can you do better than Geovoni in today's edition of the Two Grand Slam?

Was the NBA All-Star Game a success?

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The All-Star game debuted a new format on Sunday

Would you go on this blind date?

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A friend of Marc Ryan's went to a blind date at a football game

Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Justin Verlander Reunion!

15 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Karsch and Anderson react live to the breaking news that Justin Verlander is returning to the Tigers. Plus, Valenti wonders if this move is more about...

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: How Far Away Lions Are From Super Bowl, Maxx Crosby Trade Hypotheticals, And More!

14 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen give their reactions to the Super Bowl and how close the Lions are to getting there. Plus, Karsch & Anderson ask why we're already talk...

2/13/26 - Can the Pistons save the NBA All-Star Game? Jon's near-death experience, Cookie Jar, The most beloved Detroit athletes since 2000

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

2/13/26 - Can the Pistons save the NBA All-Star Game? Jon's near-death experience, Cookie Jar, The most beloved Detroit athletes since 2000

9:00 HOUR: The most beloved Detroit athletes of the last 25 years, Heather with the news

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

9:00 HOUR: The most beloved Detroit athletes of the last 25 years, Heather with the news

8:00 HOUR: What can save the NBA All-Star Game? Is JV the most beloved Detroit athlete since 2000?

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

8:00 HOUR: What can save the NBA All-Star Game? Is JV the most beloved Detroit athlete since 2000?

7:00 HOUR: Jon's near-death experience, Cookie Jar

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

7:00 HOUR: Jon's near-death experience, Cookie Jar

6:00 HOUR: JV meets the Detroit media (again), Can the Pistons save the All-Star Game?

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6:00 HOUR: JV meets the Detroit media (again), Can the Pistons save the All-Star Game?

Cookie Jar: Valentine's Day Edition

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss Friday the 13th, Valentine's Day, The Olympics, and more!

How can we save the NBA All-Star Game?

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, and JB Bickerstaff will be representing the Pistons in Los Angeles

Near-death experiences, Pt 2

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our discussion after Jon's nearly-disastrous fall

Near-death experiences, Pt 1

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jon suffered a nearly-disastrous accident yesterday