This episode of the Michigan Sports Central Podcast delivers one of the most loaded Michigan sports breakdowns of the year.

Michigan and Michigan State hockey put on an absolute NHL-level showcase, splitting an elite season series that proved one bad period can decide everything. With pro scouts raving about the talent on the ice, this wasn’t just college hockey — it was elite hockey at its highest level.

Then, the Detroit Tigers shock MLB by signing Framber Valdez, instantly creating one of the best pitching duos in baseball. But does elite pitching matter if the offense still can’t score when it counts? We break down betting odds, payroll decisions, and why Scott Harris cannot sit on his hands at the trade deadline.

The Detroit Pistons trade deadline leaves serious questions about Cade Cunningham’s support, while the Detroit Red Wings face a defining stretch coming out of the Olympic break — and Steve Yzerman must act.

We close with a brutal truth about the Detroit Lions: Aidan Hutchinson was overworked, under-supported, and the defensive line failed when it mattered most. This offseason is about defense — period.

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Welcome back to the Michigan Sports Central Podcast with Joe Chapp.

In this episode, we break down everything happening across Michigan sports:

• Michigan dominates Michigan State in a highly anticipated Big Ten matchup • Why this wasn’t the classic MSU vs Michigan game people expected • Pistons trade rumors involving Jaren Jackson Jr. and why Detroit should do it • Why I’m not worried about the Detroit Red Wings’ three-game losing streak • The real reason fans shouldn’t panic about the Detroit Lions offseason • FanDuel Sports Network may be collapsing — what it means for the Pistons, Red Wings, and Tigers

We dive into real stats, real context, and real expectations — no hot take nonsense.

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he Michigan Wolverines survive Nebraska, Michigan State escapes Rutgers, and now it’s time for a massive rivalry showdown in East Lansing with Big Ten title implications.

In Episode 6 of the Michigan Sports Central Podcast, Joe Chapp breaks down:

Michigan vs Nebraska – Wolverines pull off a comeback win and prove why surviving January in the Big Ten is everything Michigan State struggles at Rutgers – Spartans win, but serious concerns before facing Michigan Michigan vs Michigan State Preview – Is this game for the Big Ten regular season crown? Detroit Lions Draft Talk – Why drafting a quarterback actually makes sense and it’s not about replacing Jared Goff Red Wings Trade Rumors – A first-round pick in play? Top-six forward and top-four defenseman targets discussed MHSAA NIL Controversy – Why allowing NIL in Michigan high school sports could open Pandora’s box

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