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The 2025 standout, who led his team with 510 receiving yards and seven touchdowns, was selected for the prestigious Shrine Bowl 1000 Watchlist, a stepping stone toward the East-West Shrine Bowl that has launched countless professional careers.
Ethan Belchetz and Jack Nesbitt, once linemates in Windsor, now chase NCAA futures at Michigan State and Michigan, sparking debate over the rising exodus of CHL talent to U.S. colleges.
Three Laker juniors — Matt Murdoch, Ben LeVasseur and Lucas Wehner — have been selected to the Division 3 first‑team all‑state baseball squad, highlighting a season of steady improvement and leadership.
The Toledo Walleye have secured the services of defenseman Cooper Zech, a player whose career spans North America and Europe and who is known for his steady two‑way play.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell announced the appointment of Stavros Paskaris, a seasoned scout and assistant coach with a distinguished track record in player development, to lead its hockey scouting operations and assist the coaching staff.
The university removed the interim tag from Mike Boynton after a standout season, praising his leadership and the program’s championship culture. Boynton, who previously coached at Oklahoma State and recruited Cade Cunningham, expressed gratitude and outlined his vision for the roster as the team looks to retain its core.
Three former college stars were inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame, including the late Sim Nelson IV, remembered by his family and former teammate Jim Harbaugh.
Chris Lazary, a former Saginaw Spirit coach and Team Canada assistant, has been hired as an assistant coach for Michigan Hockey, bringing a proven record of titles, player development, and extensive recruiting connections.
At a special board meeting, families demanded transparency while authorities detailed the ongoing probe into an alleged incident tied to a football camp in Oceana County.
Akane Shiga, the PWHL’s first Japanese player, has signed a two‑year deal with Detroit, bringing her Olympic experience and international pedigree to a roster that will field 16 skaters for the 2026‑27 season.
Nikita Klepov's entry‑level deal with the Ducks removes him from NCAA competition, yet Michigan State retains a roster packed with first‑round talent and aims to translate youthful depth into a national title.
From lacrosse fields to the NFL gridiron, Tom Kennedy's eight‑year odyssey with the Detroit Lions illustrates how grit and adaptability can turn a modest statistical footprint into a cultural cornerstone.
Steve Yzerman announced his departure from the top hockey operations post at the Detroit Red Wings, while remaining connected to the organization under CEO Chris Ilitch. The search for a successor begins, with both internal and external candidates under consideration.
After a second consecutive season without a playoff berth, the Detroit Red Wings announced a major front‑office reshuffle, with longtime executive Steve Yzerman stepping into a senior advisory position while the search for a new chief hockey officer begins.
After a seven‑year tenure marked by a franchise‑long playoff drought, Steve Yzerman announced his departure from the Detroit Red Wings’ top hockey post, promising to remain involved in the organization’s future.
A Free Press survey of metro Detroit seniors reveals the players they consider the most challenging opponents, along with their college choices and senior season highlights.
Alex DeBrincat, a three‑time 40‑goal scorer, says he wants to remain with the Detroit Red Wings if they meet his market‑value demands, emphasizing family roots and a simple life in Michigan.
Twelve Michigan alumni are making their mark in the NBA Summer League, delivering standout stats and raising their draft profiles.
The American Hockey Coaches Association recognized a record number of Adrian College student-athletes for maintaining a 3.75 GPA and meeting participation thresholds, with several earning first‑team honors.
Mac Midgley, a 2025 All‑American midfielder from Tennessee, has signed her inaugural professional contract with Lexington SC, rejoining former teammate Ally Brown, who helped the club capture the Gainbridge Super League title last May.
NASCAR’s Cup and Truck Series return to North Wilkesboro Speedway for a high‑stakes weekend, featuring Christopher Bell’s semifinal push, Bubba Wallace’s 200th Toyota start, and a strong showing from Toyota’s lineup.
Coach Adam Nightingale discusses a record draft class, the departure of Steve Yzerman, the arrival of new talent like Nolan Higgins, and community literacy efforts.
Steve Yzerman's departure leaves the Detroit Red Wings without a general manager, prompting a careful evaluation of internal and external candidates as the franchise seeks to end a prolonged playoff absence.
The 2026‑27 Michigan State basketball squad must replace its departing big men, sparking a fierce competition between transfer Anton Bonke and top recruit Ethan Taylor, both eyeing a role in a roster that aims for a Detroit Final Four.