Lions lose Agnew, face tough stretch after open date
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions returned from their open date with a significant injury announcement. Jamal Agnew, who earned All-Pro honors last season as a rookie punt returner, was put on injured reserve with a knee problem. The Lions announced the move Monday, although coach Matt Patricia doesn't seem to be ruling out the possibility of Agnew returning this season.
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions returned from their open date with a significant injury announcement. Jamal Agnew, who earned All-Pro honors last season as a rookie punt returner, was put on injured reserve with a knee problem. The Lions announced the move Monday, although coach Matt Patricia doesn't seem to be ruling out the possibility of Agnew returning this season.
Canadiens roll in 7-3 win over Red Wings
MONTREAL (AP) - Canadiens coach Claude Julien said it looked like Tomas Plekanec "drank from the fountain of youth" before playing in his 1,000th game Monday night. Plekanec scored in his milestone game, and Jonathan Drouin added two goals to lead Montreal to a 7-3 victory over the winless Detroit Red Wings. Julien was also behind the bench for Plekanec's very first NHL game in...
MONTREAL (AP) - Canadiens coach Claude Julien said it looked like Tomas Plekanec "drank from the fountain of youth" before playing in his 1,000th game Monday night. Plekanec scored in his milestone game, and Jonathan Drouin added two goals to lead Montreal to a 7-3 victory over the winless Detroit Red Wings. Julien was also behind the bench for Plekanec's very first NHL game in...
No. 6 Michigan up against history at No. 24 Michigan State
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - No. 6 Michigan is in great shape if the past truly does not matter when it plays No. 24 Michigan State this weekend. Shea Patterson has become an effective, dual-threat quarterback and he showed it in a 38-13-win over No. 15 Wisconsin . The defense ranks first in the nation against the pass and second overall. Since losing to then-No. 12 Notre Dame, Michigan has built...
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - No. 6 Michigan is in great shape if the past truly does not matter when it plays No. 24 Michigan State this weekend. Shea Patterson has become an effective, dual-threat quarterback and he showed it in a 38-13-win over No. 15 Wisconsin . The defense ranks first in the nation against the pass and second overall. Since losing to then-No. 12 Notre Dame, Michigan has built...
SportsWorks: Woody Woodriffe, Bob Wojnowski & Jamie Samuelsen
FOX 2's Woody Woodriffe was joined by Bob Wojnowski & Jamie Samuelsen on the roundtable to talk about the Lions at the bye week.
FOX 2's Woody Woodriffe was joined by Bob Wojnowski & Jamie Samuelsen on the roundtable to talk about the Lions at the bye week.
Patterson-led No. 12 Michigan routs No. 15 Wisconsin 38-13
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - Shea Patterson had his best day running the ball and was pretty good at throwing it, too. Patterson accounted for 214 yards of offense and a touchdown, leading No. 12 Michigan to a 38-13 victory over No. 15 Wisconsin on Saturday night. The Wolverines called some plays designed for Patterson and that created problems for the Badgers. And sometimes, Patterson simply ran on...
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - Shea Patterson had his best day running the ball and was pretty good at throwing it, too. Patterson accounted for 214 yards of offense and a touchdown, leading No. 12 Michigan to a 38-13 victory over No. 15 Wisconsin on Saturday night. The Wolverines called some plays designed for Patterson and that created problems for the Badgers. And sometimes, Patterson simply ran on...
Lewerke rallies Michigan State over No. 8 Penn State, 21-17
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Each Michigan State player brought a poker chip to Happy Valley and coach Mark Dantonio encouraged the Spartans to push them all to the center of the table Saturday. As the evening wore on against No. 8 Penn State, it was clear the Spartans were all-in.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Each Michigan State player brought a poker chip to Happy Valley and coach Mark Dantonio encouraged the Spartans to push them all to the center of the table Saturday. As the evening wore on against No. 8 Penn State, it was clear the Spartans were all-in.
Bruins rout winless Red Wings 8-2
BOSTON (AP) - David Pastrnak got to the 100-goal mark and moved right past it. Pastrnak scored three times Saturday, giving him 101 goals for his career, and the Boston Bruins kept Detroit winless with an 8-2 victory over the Red Wings. "It's been quick and I'm glad that I get to be part of this," Pastrnak said. "I'm just having fun. I love the game. I'm not...
BOSTON (AP) - David Pastrnak got to the 100-goal mark and moved right past it. Pastrnak scored three times Saturday, giving him 101 goals for his career, and the Boston Bruins kept Detroit winless with an 8-2 victory over the Red Wings. "It's been quick and I'm glad that I get to be part of this," Pastrnak said. "I'm just having fun. I love the game. I'm not...
WATCH: Miller goes one-on-one with Dwane Casey & Blake Griffin
FOX 2's Sports Director Dan Miller caught up with Pistons' Head Coach Dwane Casey & forward Blake Griffin as they start their first season together in Detroit.
FOX 2's Sports Director Dan Miller caught up with Pistons' Head Coach Dwane Casey & forward Blake Griffin as they start their first season together in Detroit.
After poor start, Lions have steadied themselves
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The last time the Detroit Lions entered their open date with a losing record, they fired the general manager. This year, the break in the schedule has been a bit quieter.
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The last time the Detroit Lions entered their open date with a losing record, they fired the general manager. This year, the break in the schedule has been a bit quieter.
Matthews scores 2 and helps Maple Leafs beat Red Wings 5-3
DETROIT (AP) - Auston Matthews heard the short list of NHL greats he joined by scoring nine times in the first five games of the season. Alex Ovechkin, Patrick Marleau, Mario Lemieux and Mike Bossy are the only other players in league history to pull off the feat. "Nice," Matthews said after scoring twice for a league-leading nine goals to help Toronto beat Detroit 5-3 Thursday night.
DETROIT (AP) - Auston Matthews heard the short list of NHL greats he joined by scoring nine times in the first five games of the season. Alex Ovechkin, Patrick Marleau, Mario Lemieux and Mike Bossy are the only other players in league history to pull off the feat. "Nice," Matthews said after scoring twice for a league-leading nine goals to help Toronto beat Detroit 5-3 Thursday night.
Red Wings to retire Red Kelly's No. 4 jersey
DETROIT – Ilitch Holdings President and CEO and Detroit Red Wings Governor Christopher Ilitch today announced that the Red Wings will officially retire Leonard “Red” Kelly’s No. 4 in a special ceremony on Feb. 1, 2019 when the Red Wings host the rival Toronto Maple Leafs. “Red is one of the greatest Red Wings in the history of the franchise, and we think it’s long overdue for the organization to celebrate his numerous accomplishments,” said Christopher Ilitch. “Red was a prolific player for two decades and was a leader for the Red Wings during one of the most dominant decades in franchise history, which brought four Stanley Cup championships to Detroit. "When Mrs.
DETROIT – Ilitch Holdings President and CEO and Detroit Red Wings Governor Christopher Ilitch today announced that the Red Wings will officially retire Leonard “Red” Kelly’s No. 4 in a special ceremony on Feb. 1, 2019 when the Red Wings host the rival Toronto Maple Leafs. “Red is one of the greatest Red Wings in the history of the franchise, and we think it’s long overdue for the organization to celebrate his numerous accomplishments,” said Christopher Ilitch. “Red was a prolific player for two decades and was a leader for the Red Wings during one of the most dominant decades in franchise history, which brought four Stanley Cup championships to Detroit. "When Mrs.
Pistons hope for improvement with new coach, similar roster
DETROIT (AP) - Once the Detroit Pistons traded for Blake Griffin last season, their roster was largely set for the foreseeable future. When that deal wasn't enough to push the Pistons into the playoffs, they made the easiest changes they could in the offseason, hiring a new coach and overhauling the front office.
DETROIT (AP) - Once the Detroit Pistons traded for Blake Griffin last season, their roster was largely set for the foreseeable future. When that deal wasn't enough to push the Pistons into the playoffs, they made the easiest changes they could in the offseason, hiring a new coach and overhauling the front office.
Lions acquire Pipkins via waivers, release Marquis Flowers
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have acquired cornerback Lenzy Pipkins via waivers from the Indianapolis Colts and released linebacker Marquis Flowers. The Lions announced the moves Wednesday. Pipkins spent time on the Colts' practice squad and active roster earlier this season, appearing in one game. He played in 12 games last season for Green Bay. Flowers has played in all five...
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have acquired cornerback Lenzy Pipkins via waivers from the Indianapolis Colts and released linebacker Marquis Flowers. The Lions announced the moves Wednesday. Pipkins spent time on the Colts' practice squad and active roster earlier this season, appearing in one game. He played in 12 games last season for Green Bay. Flowers has played in all five...
WATCH: Dantonio talks Northwestern loss, preparing for Penn State and much more
Mark Dantonio had plenty of reasons for his frustration after Michigan State's loss to Northwestern.
Mark Dantonio had plenty of reasons for his frustration after Michigan State's loss to Northwestern.