The Valenti Show

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

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

Mike Answers A Question From Rico About The Tigers

04 Jun 2026

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Rico asks Valenti a question based on the conversation that was had on the show yesterday with Mike out.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, June 3rd

03 Jun 2026

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Rico (solo without Valenti) opened today's show reacting to the Tigers' shocking sweep over the Rays. He, David, and Kenny discussed what they'll need...

HOUR 1: What Do The Tigers Need To Do To Draw You Back In? + Absurd Knicks Finals Ticket Prices

03 Jun 2026

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Rico, David, and Kenny reacted to the Tigers' improbable sweep over the Rays to begin the show. They asked what Detroit needs to do to get you to beli...

HOUR 2: Are You Watching The NBA/Stanley Cup Finals With Spite? + In Football Today

03 Jun 2026

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The guys talked about how they're feeling about watching the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup Finals. Then, they took a quick detour to discuss the most...

Most and Least Improved NFL Teams Going Into 2026 | In Football Today

03 Jun 2026

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David has a list of the most and least improved NFL teams going into the 2026 season, which he shares with Rico and Kenny.

Is Aaron Donald Actually Thinking About Unretiring?

03 Jun 2026

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The guys react to a rumor about Aaron Donald potentially unretiring in the wake of the Rams' trading for Myles Garrett.

Are You Watching Both The NBA Finals & Stanley Cup Finals With Spite?

03 Jun 2026

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The guys discuss how they're feeling about watching the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup Finals.

It Costs HOW MUCH To Get Into MSG For A Knicks Finals Game?!

03 Jun 2026

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The guys react to the exorbitant amount of money Knicks fans are spending to go MSG to watch the Finals.

Taking Your Calls On When You'd Start To Believe In The Tigers

03 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people discuss what it will take for them to shift their expectations for the Tigers this season.

Reacting To Tigers' IMPROBABLE Sweep Of The Rays

03 Jun 2026

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Rico, David, and Kenny try not to get too excited over the Tigers' sweeping the Rays.

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, June 2nd

02 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with their thoughts on whether professional sports leagues/players are beginning to look out of touch with how th...

HOUR 1: Is The Greed In Sports Becoming Too Much? + In Football Today

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico offered a few thoughts on the early negotiations between MLB/MLBPA on the new CBA to open the show. They quickly took the topic in a dif...

HOUR 2: Who Is The Most Annoying GM In Detroit Sports?

02 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico had a conversation about the GM in Detroit they're most annoyed with before they let the people in as well.

HOUR 3: In Football Today + Brendan Sorsby Update

02 Jun 2026

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Rico gave some bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season before the guys dove headfirst into the story regarding Brendan Sorsby and the upcoming ruling...

HOUR 4: Revisiting Today's Main Topics

02 Jun 2026

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The guys finished today's show by wrapping up their greed in sports, most annoying GM in Detroit, and Brendan Sorsby topics.

Taking Your Final Calls On Today's Topics

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico go to the people one more time today.

Hearing From The People On Brendan Sorsby

02 Jun 2026

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The guys take some feedback from the people on one of the most insane college football/NIL stories we've heard yet.

Valenti Can't Understand The Absurdity Behind The Brendan Sorsby Situation

02 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico react to the latest with Brendan Sorsby.

2026 Bold NFL Predictions | In Football Today

02 Jun 2026

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Rico has some bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season, which he shares with the guys.

Hearing From The People On Greed In Sports + Most Annoying Detroit Sports GM

02 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico take your calls on both of today's main topics.

Which Detroit Sports GM Are You Most Annoyed With?

02 Jun 2026

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The guys begin the second hour discussing their least favorite Detroit sports GMs at the moment.

Best Bets For The 2026 NFL Season | In Football Today

02 Jun 2026

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David joins to share some best bets for the 2026 NFL season.

Have You Grown Weary Of How Money Hungry Sports Has Become?

02 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico continue their interesting conversation that stems from the latest in the MLB/MLBPA CBA negotiations.

Taking Your Calls On The Greed In Sports

02 Jun 2026

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The people respond to what the guys started the show with.

The Guys React To Early MLB-MLBPA Negotiations

02 Jun 2026

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Valenti wants to know if the news about the MLB/MLBPA negotiations makes you more disillusioned with sports as a whole.

Best of the Tigers on 97.1 The Ticket: Is A.J. Hinch or Scott Harris to blame for the Tigers' collapse?

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We break down the Detroit Tigers' baffling downward spiral, debating whether manager A.J. Hinch's frustrating analytical hooks or Scott Harris's roste...

FULL SHOW: Monday, June 1st

01 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico opened the first show of the week with their immediate thoughts on the Rams' trading for 2x DPOY Myles Garrett. They shared what they...

HOUR 1: What The Rams' Trade For Myles Garrett Says About The Lions/Their "Plans" + Can We Say That?

01 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico shared their instant reactions to the Rams' blockbuster trade for 2x DPOY Myles Garrett. They wondered whether this is an indictment of ...

HOUR 2: Would You Rather The Tigers Fire Scott Harris Or A.J. Hinch Or Neither?

01 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Tigers were the main topic of conversation in the second hour of the show. Mike and Rico posed a question, which they debated, before letting the ...

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? Part 2 + Eric Weddle's Criticism(s) Of Bryce Underwood

01 Jun 2026

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The guys began the third hour with the second of two "Can We Say That?" segments today. Then, they reacted to some audio from former All-Pro safety Er...

HOUR 4: Lions & Tigers Conversations Wrapped

01 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico had some more thoughts and took some more of your calls on their Tigers and Lions topics today.

The Guys Take Your Final Calls Of The Day

01 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico hear what the people have to say about the Tigers and Lions topics they've recycled all day for the final time of the show.

The Issues With The Mindset Of Detroit Sports Teams Resumed

01 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico open the final hour with a continuation of their Lions/Tigers topics from before, which they tie in together.

The People Dish On Eric Weddle's Bryce Underwood Comments

01 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico want to know if the people think Eric Weddle's comments are something or nothing.

Are Eric Weddle's Comments About Bryce Underwood Something Or Nothing?

01 Jun 2026

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The guys react to some comments from former NFL All-Pro safety Eric Weddle about what he's seen/thinks about Michigan QB Bryce Underwood.

Can We Say That? Part 2 | 6-1-26

01 Jun 2026

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

Hearing From The People On Hinch/Harris Question

01 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico take a few of your calls on the "who would you rather fire" question regarding A.J. Hinch and Scott Harris.

Would You Rather Hypothetically Fire Scott Harris Or A.J. Hinch?

01 Jun 2026

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The guys discuss who, if anyone, the Tigers should fire out of Scott Harris and A.J. Hinch.

Can We Say That? | 6-1-26

01 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do a "Can We Say That?" focused on the NBA and NFL.

Taking Your Calls On The Rams Trading For Myles Garrett

01 Jun 2026

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Valenti and Rico offer the people a safe space to voice their frustrations with the Lions for not making bold moves like the Rams just did today by tr...

Does Detroit Sports Have A "Try" Problem?

01 Jun 2026

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Mike and Rico think there's a larger problem amongst all 4 of Detroit's major sports teams.

Reacting To The Myles Garrett Trade As To How It Pertains To Lions' Passiveness

01 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys are frustrated that another NFC team is willing to actually take risks, unlike the Lions.

Best of the Pistons on 97.1 The Ticket: The truth behind the latest Pistons trade rumors

31 May 2026

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The guys break down why chasing aging superstars like Kawhi Leonard or Paul George reeks of desperation for the Detroit Pistons. Instead, they debate ...

Best Of The Tigers On 97.1 The Ticket: Anger Or Apathy? + Is It Now Or Never? + More!

30 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All of the shows on 97.1 this week share their concerns (and frustrations) with the Tigers amidst their brutal stretch. Also, they address some ideal ...

Best Of The Valenti Show w/ Rico On 97.1 The Ticket: What Knicks Sweep Means For Pistons, MSU President Steps Down, & More!

30 May 2026

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On this week's Best of Valenti, the guys react to the Knicks sweeping the Cavs and what it means for the Pistons going into the offseason. Plus, they ...

BIB Notes: It's Time To Talk Tarik Skubal Trades

30 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Play Tessie guys (Pat, Gordo and Sammy) are back with another episode of BIB Notes, this time diving into possible trades involving what figures t...

FULL SHOW: Friday, May 29th

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti (solo without Rico today) spent the first 2 hours of the show with his newfound disassociation when it comes to the Tigers and any conversatio...

HOUR 1: How Checked Out Are You When It Comes To The Tigers/Skubal Trade Talk? + In Football Today

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike shared his dissent with the other shows and the fans that are still emotionally invested in the Tigers/Tarik Skubal trade talks. He got David and...

HOUR 2: More Calls + Thoughts On Being Done Emotionally With The Tigers

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike offered some more thoughts and took more of your calls on the Tigers conversation at hand in the second hour.

HOUR 3: "Yes Or No?" + Kyler Murray Vs. JJ McCarthy + "Who Said It?"

29 May 2026

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Kenny presented another edition of "Yes or No" to open the third hour. Then, the guys had a discussion about some conflicting comments from Vikings QB...

HOUR 4: The Return Of "Club Russini"

29 May 2026

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Mike couldn't help himself from spending the final hour of the show with some updates from the Vrabel-Russini scandal.

Valenti Reacts To Mike Vrabel's Recent Comments

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike has some thoughts on the latest update in Club Russini.

Who Said It? | 5-29-26

29 May 2026

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David tests everyone's 97.1 knowledge in this week's "Who Said It?"

Kyler Murray And JJ McCarthy Are Not On The Same Page

29 May 2026

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The guys discuss the dichotomy between some statements from the players at the top of the Vikings QB depth chart.

Yes Or No? | 5-29-26

29 May 2026

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Kenny presents this week's version of "Yes Or No?"

More Thoughts + Calls On The Skubal Conversation

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti keeps the Skubal conversation rolling, getting more of the people involved as well.

In Football Today | 5-29-26

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike, David, and Kenny discuss some of the biggest upcoming storylines for the 2026 season.

Hearing From The People On If You're With Mike On The Skubal Conversation

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti wants to know if the people agree with his apathy when it comes to the Tigers and Tarik Skubal.

Valenti On The Skubal Talk: "I'm Done With [It]"

29 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike has had enough when it comes to talking about Tarik Skubal and the Tigers in general.

FULL SHOW: Thursday, May 28th

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike was solo today and got started following another lifeless performance from the Tigers discussing and asking the people whether they are either ap...

Taking Your Calls On The Tigers

28 May 2026

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Mike hears from the people on the disastrous season for the Tigers.

Could The Tigers' Season Actually Be Over Already?

28 May 2026

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The guys continue to air their Tigers frustrations.

More Reactions To The Tigers' Miserable Season Continuing

28 May 2026

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The guys offer some more thoughts on the issues we're seeing with the Tigers right now.

Are You Feeling Anger Or Apathy When It Comes To The Tigers?

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti reacts to another pathetic Tigers' loss.

FULL SHOW: Wednesday, May 27th

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney (in for Valenti today) and Rico got the show started with their favorite non-4-major sports events to watch. They took this topic until the sec...

HOUR 1: Favorite Non 4-Major Sports Events + CFB Blitz

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With the French Open ongoing, the guys shared their favorite non-baseball, football, basketball, and hockey events before breaking down the latest and...

HOUR 2: Is It Time For The Tigers To Rebuild? + Michigan Sports Spelling Bee

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the first few segments of the second hour addressing 2 separate questions regarding the Tigers and their abysmal play as of late. Then,...

HOUR 3: Kevin Guskiewicz's Resignation + Is It Appropriate To Boo The Home Team?

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rico had some thoughts on former Michigan president Kevin Guskiewicz's resignation, and then the guys discussed whether it's a bad look to boo the hom...

HOUR 4: More Booing-Related Calls + Favorite Old Things In Sports

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys got to a few more callers, who chimed in on the booing conversation, before they wrapped the show with a nostalgia-filled discussion regardin...

What Is The "Old Thing" In Sports You Love?

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys get nostalgic in this segment.

The People Chime In On The Booing Conversation

27 May 2026

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The guys take your calls on whether you think it's warranted to boo players at home.

Is It Wrong To Boo The Home Team?

27 May 2026

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The guys debate the appropriateness of booing your favorite team's players at home.

Reacting To The Departure Of MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz

27 May 2026

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The guys spend some time discussing Kevin Guskiewicz stepping down as MSU President to go to Clemson.

Michigan Sports Spelling Bee

27 May 2026

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In honor of the ongoing Scripps National Spelling Bee, Stoney has the guys attempt to spell out various former or current Michigan sports figures.

Hearing From The People On The Tigers Questions At Hand

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in with some responses to the 2 questions posed by the guys.

Is It Rebuild Time For The Tigers?

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys address 2 separate Tigers questions.

The Biggest Offseason College Football Storylines | CFB Blitz

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David joins with the biggest CFB news.

Taking Your Calls On Your Favorite Non-Major Sports Events

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys get the people involved in their first hour conversation.

What's Your Favorite Non-4 Major Sports Event?

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stoney (in for Valenti) and Rico discuss some non-hockey, basketball, baseball, or football events they like watching.

FULL SHOW: Tuesday, May 26th

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico kicked off the first edition of this week's shows with their concern regarding the Tigers ahead of their upcoming series against the ...

HOUR 1: Should The Tigers Consider Trading Skubal If They Lose The Angels Series? + Can We Say That?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys were at their wits' end to start the show with the Tigers. They previewed Detroit's upcoming series against the putrid Angels and discussed w...

HOUR 2: Main Takeaways For Pistons After Knicks Sweeping The Cavs

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico wondered what message the Knicks' demolition of the Cavs in the Eastern Conference Finals sends to the Pistons ahead of this offseason.

HOUR 3: Can We Say That? Part 2 + More Pistons Calls + Should Red Wings Go After Bobby McMann?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys did their second "Can We Say That?" of the day to open the third hour. Then, they took a few of your Pistons calls before dedicating the fina...

HOUR 4: Pistons' Underwhelming Trade Targets

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys spent the final hour discussing some names posed as potential Pistons' trade acquisitions this offseason.

The People Chime In On Valenti's Pistons Trade Targets

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys get some responses from callers and texters about the names posed by Mike.

Would You Entertain Any Of These Potential Additions For The Pistons?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike is not excited about any of these names.

Should The Red Wings Target Kraken Winger Bobby McMann?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti asks Kenny if he'd entertain a Red Wings' signing of Bobby McMann in free agency.

Can We Say That? Part 2 | 5-26-26

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Hearing From The People On The Pistons

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The people chime in on their main takeaways for the Pistons from the Knicks' sweep of the Cavs.

The Guys React To 2 Pieces Of News

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico discuss the Tigers' lineup for today and the news that the Cavaliers intend to bring back head coach Kenny Atkinson for 2026-27.

Valenti Doesn't Understand Pistons Fans That Believe They'd Beat The Knicks

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike expands on his frustrations with Pistons fans who have the takeaway of "we would have beaten the Knicks" after the conclusion of the ECF.

What Does The Knicks' Dominant Sweep Of The Cavs Mean For The Pistons?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico share their takeaways for the Pistons after the Knicks completed their sweep of the Cavs last night to advance to the NBA Finals.

Can We Say That? | 5-26-26

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys do an all-sports encompassing "Can We Say That?".

Taking Your Calls On Tigers Potentially Reaching Rock Bottom

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Valenti and Rico hear from the people on their conversation about the end of the line with the Tigers.

Consequences Of A Tigers' Series Loss Continued

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys see no way out for the Tigers if they lose their upcoming series against the Angels.

Could The Tigers' Series Against The Angels Be The End Of The Road This Season?

26 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike and Rico have a discussion about the Tigers potentially trading Tarik Skubal if they lose their series against the Angels.

Best of The Valenti Show on 97.1 The Ticket: May 18-22

24 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Valenti and Rico criticize the potential expansion of the college football playoff to 24 teams, vent about the Detroit Tigers' struggling lineup ...