The Valenti Show

FULL SHOW: Friday, June 12th

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico opened the final show of the week with their lack of surprise when it comes to the get-in prices to the first USA World Cup match in ...

HOUR 1: Thoughts On Exorbitant World Cup Ticket Prices + NBA Fastbreak

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico began the show with their reactions to the prices to get into the first USA World Cup soccer match in LA tonight. They tied this into a ...

HOUR 2: More Of Your Experiences With Unaffordability In Sports

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico spent the second hour expanding on their first hour topic and taking more of your calls to hear your own experiences with the unaffordab...

HOUR 3: World Cup Draft, Brendan Sorsby Update, Who Said It?

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Evan joined the guys to open the third hour to do a World Cup draft based on the cuisines of the participating countries. Then, they reacted to the 20...

HOUR 4: Tigers-Guardians Preview

12 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico talked to Jeremy Otto and then had their own conversation about the Tigers' big series against the Guardians, which gets started toni...

Jeremy Otto Joins The Guys To Preview Tigers-Guardians Series

12 Jun 2026

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Tigers believer and 97.1 update guy Jeremy Otto talks with the guys about the Tigers ahead of their huge series against the Guardians that starts toni...

Yet ANOTHER Brendan Sorsby Update

12 Jun 2026

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The guys react to a statement put out by Texas Tech over the Brendan Sorsby ruling.

The World Cup Draft | 6-12-26

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike, Rico, David, and Evan draft some World Cup teams based on their countries' cuisines.

David Is Also A Victim Of How Expensive Sporting Events Are

12 Jun 2026

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David tells a story of an upcoming trip that had to be modified because of its cost.

More Of The People Share Their Stories Of Being Priced Out Of Sports Events

12 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico hear from a few more callers about some experiences they've had with how expensive sports are.

NBA Fastbreak | 6-12-26

12 Jun 2026

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David joins with the biggest stories around the NBA today.

Hearing From The People On The Ticket Prices At The World Cup/Other Events

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The callers agree with Mike and Rico that there is a significant issue with the prices of tickets at sporting events.

How Are World Cup Ticket Prices This Expensive?

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys begin to take your calls as they continue to CRUSH FIFA and other sports leagues for charging so much for tickets.

Reacting To ABSURD World Cup Ticket Prices

12 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico have some thoughts on the ticket prices to get into the USA's opening World Cup match against Paraguay.

FULL SHOW: Thursday, June 11th

11 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off this short show following another Tigers' win with their thoughts on whether they are bought in enough yet to talk about t...

HOUR 1: Are You Team Jeremy Otto Or Valenti? + Another Brendan Sorsby Update

11 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike ribbed Jeremy Otto for his enthusiasm over the Tigers' recent hot stretch to begin the show. He turned this into a serious conversation about the...

HOUR 2: Jeremy Otto Defends Himself + Spurs-Knicks Game 4 Delivers

11 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys were joined by Jeremy Otto at the top of the final hour, who was given a chance to defend his honor before Mike and Rico spent the rest of th...

The Guys React To ELECTRIC NBA Finals Game 4 Last Night

11 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico discuss their experience watching Knicks-Spurs game 4 last night.

Jeremy Otto Defends His Honor

11 Jun 2026

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Jeremy Otto gets a chance to respond to Mike's claims about his Tigers fandom.

The Guys React To ANOTHER Brendan Sorsby Update

11 Jun 2026

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It doesn't look like the Brendan Sorsby saga is ending anytime soon.

Hearing From The People On The Tigers' Question

11 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico went to the people to hear if they're being too unfair to Jeremy Otto and other Tigers fans like him.

Valenti HATES Position Players Pitching

11 Jun 2026

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Mike shares a controversial baseball take.

Is Jeremy Otto Being Naive About The Tigers?

11 Jun 2026

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Are you more like Jeremy Otto or Valenti?

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, June 10th

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico spent today's show discussing two separate topics: whether anyone will be able to stop Brendan Sorsby from playing college football a...

HOUR 1: Can The Big 12 Or The CFP "Fix" The Sorsby Situation? + NBA Fastbreak

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico had some thoughts on whether there's anyone or any entity that can prevent Brendan Sorsby from playing in college football this year to ...

HOUR 2: Are You Team Yzerman Or Larkin After Hearing This News?

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It was reported earlier that Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin aren't on the best of terms and only speak when needed. Mike and Rico discussed if this ch...

HOUR 3: In Football Today + More Calls On Sorsby/Red Wings Drama

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys began the third hour with an NFL/CFB "In Football Today" before returning to today's topics.

HOUR 4: Why Valenti Isn't Talking Tigers (Yet) + Final Thoughts On Today's Topics

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico addressed their lack of discussion lately regarding the Tigers to begin the final hour. Then, they returned to and expanded on their mai...

Valenti Explains His Lack Of Tigers Talk + Takes More Of Your Calls

10 Jun 2026

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Mike clears up his lack of what he calls "referendum radio" regarding the Tigers and their recent hot streak. Then, the guys go back to the people on ...

Fielding More Of Your Sorsby/Yzerman Vs. Larkin Calls + Texts

10 Jun 2026

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The guys open the phone lines again to hear from more of the people on today's topics.

In Football Today | 6-10-26

10 Jun 2026

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The guys go through the biggest NFL and CFB news in this "In Football Today".

Hearing From The People On The Latest Larkin/Yzerman News

10 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico go to the people on their Larkin/Yzerman topic.

Are You Team Yzerman Or Team Larkin?

10 Jun 2026

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The guys debate which side they're on in the Yzerman/Larkin saga after hearing the latest news regarding the two.

Reacting To The News That Larkin & Yzerman Don't Speak Unless Needed

10 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico aren't surprised by this news about Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin's (lack of) relationship.

NBA Fastbreak | 6-10-26

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins to go through the biggest NBA news in this Fastbreak.

Taking Your Calls On Potential Solutions To The Brendan Sorsby Ruling

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys hear from the people on who (if anyone) can prevent Brendan Sorsby from competing in college football in 2026.

Can Someone Step In And Solve The Brendan Sorsby Situation?

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys look around the college sports landscape to see if Brendan Sorsby being allowed to play after admitting to gambling on CFB games can be rever...

Valenti Thinks The CFP Can Fix This Sorsby Situation

10 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike outlines why he thinks the CFP committee can solve the Brendan Sorsby controversy.

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, June 9th

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico got things started with an extended conversation about the potential impacts of the controversial Brendan Sorsby ruling from a Texas ...

HOUR 1: Expanding On The Brendan Sorsby Ruling + NBA Fastbreak

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico addressed how the Brendan Sorsby ruling from a Texas judge can make the college football landscape even worse. Then, they did an "NBA Fa...

HOUR 2: Are You Buying The Tigers' Recent Success?

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico spent the entire second hour with a back and forth about the Tigers and Tarik Skubal's imminent return to the team. They took a bunch...

HOUR 3: In Football Today + How The Pistons Can Compete For A Title

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys did an "In Football Today" to begin the third hour. Then, they discussed whether the Pistons need to address their lack of a stretch 5 this o...

HOUR 4: Today's Topics Revisited

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico wrapped up today's show with a reset of all of today's topics.

Revisiting The Sorsby Topic

09 Jun 2026

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The guys open the final hour with a return to their Sorsby topic earlier.

The People Chime In On The Pistons Potentially Acquiring A Big Man Shooter

09 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico seek the opinion of the people on their Pistons conversation.

Do The Pistons Need To Acquire A Stretch 5?

09 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico use Wemby and KAT as examples for why the Pistons need to acquire a big man who can shoot the 3.

In Football Today | 6-9-26

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys go through the biggest NFL news in this "In Football Today".

The People Chime In On Their Belief In The Tigers

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico go to the people for their thoughts on the Tigers' recent run and the possibility of trading Tarik Skubal.

Where Should We Be At With The Tigers Right Now?

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico still aren't buying into the recent Tigers hype.

NBA Fastbreak | 6-9-26

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti (might) want his Celtics to trade away Jaylen Brown.

Hearing From The People On How The Sorsby Ruling Will Impact CFB

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico take your calls and read a few of your ticket texts on their conversation about the Sorsby ruling.

Reacting To Other CFB Programs' Comments On Sorsby Ruling

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rico reads some statements made by other CFB programs about the controversial Brendan Sorsby ruling.

What The Sorsby Ruling Means For The Rest Of College Football

09 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys are even more concerned about the future of college football now.

FULL SHOW: Monday, June 8th

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off this week of shows with a few stories surrounding the NBA Finals and the first Finals game at Madison Square Garden in 27 ...

HOUR 1: 3 Annoyances With The NBA Finals + Can We Say That? Part 1

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike opened the show with his thoughts on 3 separate NBA Finals-related annoyances, explaining which of them he has the biggest problem with. He opene...

HOUR 2: Dylan Larkin's Less-Than-Ideal Preferred Trade Destinations

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico wracked their brains to try to figure out if there is any good move the Red Wings could make with the teams that Dylan Larkin has as ...

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? Part 2 + More Larkin Calls

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys did part 2 of "Can We Say That?" to open the third hour. They then returned to the phone lines to hear more reactions about Dylan Larkin's pr...

HOUR 4: Mike's Frustration With The Brendan Sorsby Ruling

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico spent the final hour reacting to a Texas judge ruling that Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby can return to school for one more year. They wer...

A Lawyer Chimes In On The Sorsby Ruling

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys get a call from a lawyer, who tries to make sense of the judge's ruling in the Brendan Sorsby case.

Valenti Is Furious With The Brendan Sorsby Ruling

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are there any Rules left in college sports?

Taking Your Calls On Larkin's Preferred Trade Destinations

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people on their Dylan Larkin conversation.

Can We Say That? Part 2 | 6-8-26

08 Jun 2026

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The guys do part 2 of "Can We Say That?"

Is There Even A Slightly Favorable Trade The Red Wings Can Make With Larkin's 3 Preferred Destinations?

08 Jun 2026

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The guys are feeling pretty hopeless regarding a potential Dylan Larkin trade.

Dylan Larkin Gives His Preferred Trade Destinations...Oh No

08 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico react to Dylan Larkin's less-than-ideal list of teams he'd like to be traded to by the Red Wings.

Can We Say That? Part 1| 6-8-26

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do the first "Can We Say That?" of the day.

Hearing From The People On The Thing You're Most Bothered By Here

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico read your texts and take your calls on their main first-hour topic about the 3 NBA-Finals related things that are confounding to Valenti...

Sports Fans Continue To Get The Short End Of The Stick

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys think tonight's NBA Finals game 3 in New York City represents what's wrong with sports in general.

Which Of These 3 NBA-Finals Related Things Annoy You The Most?

08 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti presents 3 different Finals-centered things and the guys discuss which of the 3 bothers them the most.

Best Of The Valenti Show On 97.1 The Ticket: Eric Weddle Speaks About Underwood, GM You're Most Annoyed With, And More!

07 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Best Of Valenti, the guys react to some comments from former NFL S Eric Weddle about Michigan QB Bryce Underwood. Plus, they discuss th...

Best Of The Red Wings on 97.1 The Ticket: Dylan Larkin Requests Trade!

06 Jun 2026

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Dylan Larkin has requested a trade from the Red Wings: All the hottest reaction and trade theories after a bombshell report in the NHL.

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Is It Super Bowl Or Bust? + Will The Lions Win The NFC North Easily? + More!

06 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Plenty of topics are covered in this week's Best Of Lions. It starts with Costa & Jansen talking about their expectations for 2026 and whether a Super...

FULL SHOW: Friday, June 5th

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off and spent the majority of the show with yesterday's news that Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade from th...

HOUR 1: Addressing 3 Separate Questions Centered Around Larkin's Trade Request + NBA Fastbreak

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico offered 3 different questions/topics based on Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Red Wings yesterday. They interwove all 3 into th...

HOUR 2: Yzerman/Larkin Conversation Continued + Stoney Joins To Chime In

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico carried their topic of the day into the second hour. They were joined to discuss said topic by Stoney for a few minutes before taking mo...

HOUR 3: In Football Today + Who Said It?

05 Jun 2026

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The guys took a short break from their Larkin trade request discussion to go over the biggest stories in the NFL in an "In Football Today". Then, they...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Larkin/Yzerman Conversation

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico rounded out this week of shows with a few more thoughts and calls on today's main topic.

Hearing From A Few More Callers On Yzerman/Dylan Larkin

05 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico go to more of the people on their main topic today.

Revisiting The Dylan Larkin Trade Request Conversation

05 Jun 2026

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The guys open the final hour returning to their Dylan Larkin conversation.

In Football Today | 6-5-26

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys break down the biggest news around the NFL.

More Of Your Calls + Stoney Joins To Talk The Dylan Larkin Situation

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from more of the people before being joined by the Godfather of Sports Radio, Michael Stone, who gives his thoughts on the Dylan...

What Trades Could The Red Wings Make With Dylan Larkin?

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How should Steve Yzerman approach this Dylan Larkin situation?

NBA Fastbreak | 6-5-26

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins the guys to discuss some NBA Finals-related topics.

Taking Your Calls On Dylan Larkin Situation

05 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people about their Dylan Larkin conversation.

Are You Team Larkin Or Yzerman Here?

05 Jun 2026

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The guys pick sides in the Larkin trade request situation.

The Guys Present 3 Larkin/Red Wings Topics

05 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico come out of the gates firing with the Larkin trade request conversation.

FULL SHOW: Thursday, June 4th

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off this Thursday show with their reactions to a report from Buster Olney about a potential shift from the Tigers away from tr...

HOUR 1: Tigers Pivoting Away From A Potential Skubal Trade? + In Football Today

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys shared their frustrations to open the show over a report from ESPN's Buster Olney that the Tigers are so encouraged by their sweep of the Ray...

HOUR 2: Concern Over Kerby Joseph's Injury + Reacting To Dylan Larkin's Trade Request

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico reacted to what Dan Campbell had to say about the latest on Kerby Joseph's potential status for 2026. This topic was abruptly interrupte...

HOUR 3: More Thoughts + Calls On Dylan Larkin's Trade Request

04 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico spent the entire third hour breaking down the report that Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade.

HOUR 4: Will Burchfield Joins + More Of You Calls On Larkin's Trade Request

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Will Burchfield called in at the top of the final hour to give his thoughts on Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Red Wings. Then, Mike and Rico...

The People Chime In For The Final Time On Dylan Larkin's Trade Request

04 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico take your final calls on the Dylan Larkin trade request.

Will Burchfield Joins To Talk Dylan Larkin's Trade Request

04 Jun 2026

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97.1's own Will Burchfield joins Mike and Rico to react to the news that Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade.

Reactions To The Dylan Larkin Trade Request Continued

04 Jun 2026

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The guys had more thoughts and took more of your calls on Dylan Larkin asking out of Detroit.

The People Respond STRONGLY To The Dylan Larkin Trade Request Report

04 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico have no trouble getting engagement from the listeners regarding Dylan Larkin's trade request.

BREAKING: Dylan Larkin Requests Trade From Red Wings

04 Jun 2026

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It has been reported that Dylan Larkin has officially asked out of Detroit. The guys react to the news.

Taking Your Calls On CONCERNING Kerby Joseph Injury Update

04 Jun 2026

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The people chime in to share their concerns regarding Kerby Joseph's status for 2026 and beyond.

Reacting To Dan Campbell's Comments About Kerby Joseph's Injury

04 Jun 2026

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It's not looking good for Kerby Joseph's status for 2026...

Can These Guys Win The MVP This Year? | In Football Today

04 Jun 2026

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David joins with a list of NFL MVP candidates, asking the guys if each can win the award.

Hearing From Some Of The People On Tigers Topic

04 Jun 2026

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The guys take a call and read a few of your ticket texts in response to their Tigers conversation centered around their sweep of the Rays and how that...

Did The Tigers' Sweep Over The Rays Change Their Approach About A Skubal Trade?

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you upset with the Tigers' sweep over the Rays, considering the potential implications?