The Valenti Show

What The Larkin and Copp Injury Updates Mean For Yzerman's Future

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to Todd McLellan's update on the statuses of Dylan Larkin and Andrew Copp, wondering what this means for the Red Wings' playoff hopes a...

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, March 11th

11 Mar 2026

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Today's show began with some sentiments on the Red Wings and whether they're beginning to fall apart as they have in previous years in the month of Ma...

HOUR 1: Another March Red Wings Implosion? + Maxx Crosby Mock Trades

11 Mar 2026

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The guys reacted to the Red Wings looking like they have in the previous few years in March. They discussed what will need to happen for them to have ...

HOUR 2: Valenti's 3 Lions "B-Team" Targets

11 Mar 2026

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Mike offered 3 lesser prominent Lions offseason targets in the second hour.

HOUR 3: What You've Missed In College Basketball + Thoughts On Potential NFL Thanksgiving Eve Game

11 Mar 2026

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Rico opened the third hour with an update on what we've missed in college basketball this season. Then, the guys gave some more thoughts on the Lions ...

HOUR 4: Valenti's Beef With The WBC + Your Final Calls

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico opened the final hour with some thoughts on the WBC/Team USA Coach Mark DeRosa's "misunderstanding". Then, they took a few more of your ...

Valenti Doesn't Understand The Hype Behind WBC

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike explains why he's not a fan of the World Baseball Classic.

Reacting To Rumors The NFL Will Have Thanksgiving Eve Game

11 Mar 2026

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The guys share their frustrations with the NFL potentially adding a Thanksgiving Eve game.

The "What You've Missed In CBB" Blitz

11 Mar 2026

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Rico updates everyone on what is going on in college basketball this season.

The People Chime In On Valenti's Proposed Lions "B-Team" Targets

11 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico take some of your calls to hear your thoughts on the hypothetical targets posed this hour.

Would You Take These Lions "B-Team" Acqusitions?

11 Mar 2026

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Mike offers a few lesser-prominent players he'd like the Lions to target.

5 Hypothetical Maxx Crosby Deals | In Football Today

11 Mar 2026

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David joins with 5 hypothetical trades for Maxx Crosby for 5 different teams.

Hearing From The People On Red Wings Concern Levels

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico talk to the people about the Red Wings having another potentially disastrous month of March.

The Guys Discuss How Much More Leash They're Giving The Red Wings

11 Mar 2026

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Mike, Rico, and Kenny debate how many more games they need to see the Red Wings lose before starting to really panic.

Are The Red Wings Having Another Brutal March Collapse?

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is it panic time for the Red Wings?

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, March 10th

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked things off today by asking whether the Lions are either retooling or rebuilding. They questioned the moves (or lack thereof) f...

HOUR 2: What To Make Of Lions (Lack Of) FA Moves Continued

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico carried over their Lions free agency conversation from the first hour into the second hour.

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? Part 2 + Valenti Proposes A Trey Hendrickson Deal For Lions

10 Mar 2026

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The guys did part 2 of today's "Can We Say That?" segments and then Valenti asked if you'd make this trade for free agent DE Trey Hendrickson.

HOUR 1: Are The Lions Retooling Or Rebuilding? + Can We Say That? Part 1

10 Mar 2026

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The guys spent the first hour of the show asking some relevant questions regarding what seems like a lack of aggressiveness from Brad Holmes early on ...

HOUR 4: "Retooling Or Rebuilding?" Conversation Revisited

10 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico finished out today's show with some more thoughts and calls on what Brad Holmes has not done in free agency thus far. Then, they were jo...

What's Your Read On The Lions? Conversation Continued

10 Mar 2026

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The guys open the final hour of the show with their continued thoughts on what the plan could possibly be for Brad Holmes here in free agency.

Would You Sign Trey Hendrickson To This Deal?

10 Mar 2026

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Valenti wonders if the guys would offer this contract to free agent DE Trey Hendrickson.

Can We Say That? | NFL Free Agency Edition Part 2

10 Mar 2026

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The guys do another NFL Free agency "Can We Say That?"

Hearing More Frustrations From Callers/Texters With The Lions

10 Mar 2026

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The people chime in some more on the lack of moves made by the Lions organization thus far in free agency.

Is There Even A Plan For The Lions + Why Haven't They Done Any Restructuring?

10 Mar 2026

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Valenti and Rico continue their criticism of the Lions for their lack of aggression in free agency.

Can We Say That? | NFL Free Agency Edition

10 Mar 2026

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The guys do a "Can We Say That" centered around NFL Free Agency.

Taking Your Calls On What The Lions Plan Might Be

10 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico hear from the people on what the Lions are doing right now.

Valenti Proposes His Ideal Lions Free Agent Target

10 Mar 2026

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Mike wants to know if the Lions should pursue free agent DE Cam Jordan.

Are The Lions Rebuilding Or Retooling?

10 Mar 2026

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The guys try to make sense of the confounding lack of moves from the Lions during free agency.

Catching Up With Baseball's Top Two Prospects: Konnor Griffin And Kevin McGonigle | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): If there are players being talked about, we're there to talk to them. Case in point: This podcast. Brad...

FULL SHOW: Monday, March 9th

09 Mar 2026

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Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their immediate reactions to the Lions signing C Cade Mays to a multi-year deal. They explained why they wer...

HOUR 2: Michigan/MSU & Tom Izzo's Comments Recap + Can Kevin McGonigle Make The Opening Day Roster?

09 Mar 2026

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The guys covered a lot of ground in the second hour, beginning with their thoughts on Michigan/MSU and what Tom Izzo had to say about the Crisler Cent...

HOUR 1: Reacting To Lions Signing Cade Mays + Other NFL Free Agency Signings

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the first hour of the show with some thoughts on the Lions "big" move of the day, which was signing former Panthers C Cade Mays.

HOUR 3: More NFL Free Agency News + Should The Pistons Be Concerned After Jayson Tatum's Return?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joined the guys to begin the third hour with some more NFL Free Agency news. Then, they had a debate about whether Jayson Tatum looking solid up...

HOUR 4: Resetting Today's Topics + Taking Your Final Calls

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico wrapped up today's show with a revisit of each of their main topics, mixing in some thoughts from callers and texters.

Taking Your Final Calls On Lions, Pistons, and MSU-Michigan

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico go to the callers one more time on today's show.

Resetting Today's Main Topics

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys offer some more thoughts on Cade Mays, Michigan/Michigan State, and the Pistons.

The People Chime In On The Something Or Nothing Conversation

09 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico take your calls on whether you're concerned about Jayson Tatum's return.

Is Jayson Tatum Looking Good Something Or Nothing For The Pistons?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico discuss how good Jayson Tatum has looked since his return from his torn achilles and whether this is concerning for the Pistons' chan...

More NFL Free Agency News | In Football Today

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to some more free agent signings around the NFL.

Valenti Offers An Interesting Free Agent Target For The Lions

09 Mar 2026

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Mike thinks Brad Holmes should target this specific offensive lineman.

Is There A World In Which Kevin McGonigle Makes The Tigers' Opening Day Roster?

09 Mar 2026

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Valenti wonders if there could be room for Kevin McGonigle on the Tigers opening day roster.

Hearing From The People On Michigan State's Loss To Michigan

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico get the sentiments of the listeners about Michigan/Michigan State and the fallout from the game.

What To Make Of Tom Izzo's Whining After Losing To Michigan

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys dish on everything Tom Izzo had to say after losing to Michigan for the 2nd time this year.

Taking Your Calls On The Lions Signing Cade Mays

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from the people about the Cade Mays signing.

The Latest NFL Free Agency News | In Football Today

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins to run through all of the latest NFL free agency signings.

Have The Lions Improved At All Thus Far In Free Agency?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys have a discussion about how the Lions' free agency has gone so far.

Valenti is NOT Enthused About Lions Signing C Cade Mays

09 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico react to the Lions' signing of former Panthers C Cade Mays.

Best Of The Valenti Show w/ Rico On 97.1 The Ticket: Monty Traded, Detroit SportsNet News, and More!

08 Mar 2026

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The guys start this week's Best of Valenti with their reactions to the Lions trading away David Montgomery. Plus, they reacted to the new TV/streaming...

Best of Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: Cause For Concern?

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It appears teams are looking to exploit the Pistons weaknesses. Are you concerned about the NBA Playoffs?

Best Of The Lions On 97.1 The Ticket: Lions Free Agency Buzzkill, How They Fix The O-Line, and More!

07 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Costa & Jansen kick off this week's Best Of Lions with a discussion of why everything we've heard about their offseason plans has been a buzzkill. The...

FULL SHOW: Friday, March 6th

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off today's show with their thoughts on Taylor Decker asking for his release + anxiously awaiting the 3:00 NHL Trade Deadline,...

HOUR 1: Taylor Decker News, Hypothesizing & Manifesting Potential Red Wings Moves Before Deadline, NFL Blitz

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the majority of the first hour ahead of the 3:00 NHL Trade Deadline discussing their thoughts on the moves Steve Yzerman had made at th...

HOUR 2: Reactions To Red Wings' Trade For Defenseman Justin Faulk + In Football Today

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the first segment of the second hour, the guys got the news they were looking for: the Red Wings made a potentially significant trade. They broke d...

HOUR 3: Continued Thoughts/Calls On Red Wings Trade + Who Said It?

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico offered some more thoughts and heard from more of the people on the Red Wings trade throughout the first 2 segments of the hour. The ...

HOUR 4: Final Thoughts + Calls On Today's Topics

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys wrap up the show with a reset of all of today's topics.

Hearing From The People For The Final Time Today

06 Mar 2026

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The people chimed in on today's topics for the final time today.

Resetting Red Wings/Lions Conversations + Discussing Pistons Concern Level

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue their breakdown of the Red Wings' deadline acquisition + Taylor Decker's release. Plus, they touch on the Pistons after they got tro...

Taking More Of Your Red Wings Calls

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico take a few more of your calls reacting to the Red Wings' big deadline trade.

Jim Costa Calls In To Share His Enthusiasm For Steve Yzerman Trading For Justin Faulk

06 Mar 2026

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Jim "Paying Customer" Costa calls into the show to defend his own and Steve Yzerman's honor after the Red Wings traded for defenseman Justin Faulk.

Would You Sign These Risky NFL Free Agent Targets? | In Football Today

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys go through some free agents they deem risky, discussing if they're take a chance on each.

The People React To Red Wings' Move For Defenseman Justin Faulk

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people on the Red Wings' trade for Justin Faulk.

The Red Wings Make A Real Move!

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Yzerman made a move for defenceman Justin Faulk, and the guys react to it in real time.

In Football Today | 3-6-26

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys break down the biggest NFL news, including the updated odds for teams to acquire Maxx Crosby.

BREAKING: Red Wings Make A Trade

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys give their thoughts on the Red Wings making an insignificant move and begin taking your calls on both the Wings and Taylor Decker.

Reacting To Taylor Decker Requesting Release From The Lions

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys begin the show discussing the news that longtime Lions LT has asked for his release after contract negotiations did not progress between the ...

FULL SHOW: Thursday, March 5th

05 Mar 2026

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Valenti and Rico kicked off the show joined by Kenny to discuss what the Red Wings will do ahead of tomorrow's trade deadline. They debate whether Ste...

HOUR 1: Will The Red Wings Finally Make A Big Move + In Football Today

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys + Kenny gave their thoughts on the Red Wings about 24 hours ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. They wondered if Steve Yzerman will make his big...

HOUR 2: What The Bears Are Planning + Will The Lions Respond?

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico reacted to the Bears trading away DJ Moore and the latest odds for teams to acquire DE Maxx Crosby, which has Chicago at the top. They t...

HOUR 3: In Football Today + More Of Your Wings/Lions Calls

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico opened the third hour discussing the biggest NFL rumors before going to the phones and reading your texts on their Lions and Red Wing...

HOUR 4: Importance Of Tonight's Pistons-Spurs Game

05 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico put a bow on today's show with a Pistons conversation regarding their game against the Spurs tonight and what to make of their recent ro...

Concern Levels In The Pistons After A Rough Stretch

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys continue their Pistons talk, incorporating some of their thoughts on how the rest of the season could shake up.

Is Tonight A Big Game For The Pistons?

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico wonder the importance of tonight's game for the Pistons against the Spurs.

NFL Offseason Rumors | In Football Today

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys react to the top rumors around the NFL in this blitz.

The People Chime In On What The Bears Are Doing + Whether The Lions Replicate That

05 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico hear from a few of the people on the Bears' aggressiveness and whether the Lions need to do the same.

Are You Prepared For An Underwhelming Offseason For The Lions?

05 Mar 2026

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The guys discuss what the Bears are currently planning and why they believe the Lions won't make any big splashes themselves this offseason.

In Football Today | 3-5-26

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys go through the biggest storylines in the NFL right now.

Taking Your Calls On What The Red Wings Need To Do Ahead Of Deadline

05 Mar 2026

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The people chime in on how they want the Red Wings to approach this trade deadline.

Major Needs For The Wings

05 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico, along with Kenny, continue their conversation on the Red Wings deadline plans.

What Do You Want The Red Wings To Do Ahead Of The Trade Deadline?

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss the state of the Red Wings amidst their struggles ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, March 4th

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with a question regarding how far the Pistons will go this postseason. They spent the second hour with a topic su...

HOUR 1: Will The Pistons Make The Finals Or Be A 2nd Round Exit? + In Football Today

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike offered 2 options to Pistons fans regarding their expectations for the team to open the show. They took this topic until the final segment where ...

HOUR 2: Should We Be Souring On Brad Holmes?

04 Mar 2026

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The guys spent the second hour with a discussion amongst themselves and with the people about whether they're starting to lose patience with Brad Holm...

HOUR 3: Lions RB2 Candidates + The Case For Kevin McGonigle To Make Opening Day Roster

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico went through some candidates to replace David Montgomery as the Lions RB2 to begin the third hour. They took a few more of your Pisto...

HOUR 4: Final Pistons + Lions Thoughts/Calls

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys offered some final thoughts on their expectations for the Pistons this year + their belief in Brad Holmes this offseason.

Taking Your Final Calls On The Pistons and Lions Topics

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico hear from the people for the final time today.

Resetting Today's Main Topics

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys open the final hour with a reset of their two main topics regarding the Pistons and the Lions.

Does Kevin McGonigle Need To Make The Tigers Opening Day Roster?

04 Mar 2026

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Valenti and Rico make the case for Tigers top prospect, Kevin McGonigle, to make the opening day roster.

Would You Want These Free Agents As The Lions' Backup RB?

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Who do you want to replace David Montgomery?

Taking Your Calls On Brad Holmes

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on whether they're beginning to give up on Brad Holmes.

Is Your Opinion On Brad Holmes Changing?

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico shift gears to talk Lions and their frustrations with Brad Holmes.

Best NFL Free Agent Fits | In Football Today

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys go over some best fits for the top NFL free agents.

Hearing From The People On Which Pistons Outcome You're More Confident In

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico take your calls and read your texts on whether you are more confident in the Pistons making the finals or having a 2nd round exit agains...

Pistons Expectation Conversation Continued

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys offer some more thoughts on their Pistons either-or question.

Which of These 2 Pistons Season Outcomes Are You More Confident In?

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti gives the people 2 options to choose from regarding the Pistons.

Best of the Lions on 97.1 The Ticket: Reactions to the David Montgomery Trade

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Ticket reacts to the bombshell trade of David Montgomery to the Texans! We break down the details of the deal—including the arrival of Juice Scr...

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, March 3rd

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's edition of The Valenti Show w/ Rico, the guys talked about David Montgomery's departure from the Lions, the new TV service for Red Wings an...

HOUR 1: David Montgomery's Departure From Detroit + Can We Say That?

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys rap about the Lions trading David Montgomery to the Texans yesterday and what the fallout from this move will be. Then, they do a "Can We Say...

HOUR 2: The New Tigers/Red Wings Streaming Service

03 Mar 2026

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Mike and Rico spent the second hour with a conversation about Detroit SportsNet, the new streaming service and TV channel where you can watch the Tige...

HOUR 3: Mock Draft Mania + Dave Birkett's CONCERNING Lions Report

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti shared a mock draft with the guys to begin the third hour. Then, they all reacted to a report from Dave Birkett, which signals a lack of aggre...