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Jeff Riger

CHICAGO, IL - MAY 15: Jimmy Howard #35 of the Detroit Red Wings makes a save against the Chicago Blackhawks in Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2013 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at the United Center on May 15, 2013 in Chicago, Illinois. The Blackhawks defeated the Red Wings 4-1. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Does Jimmy Howard Listen To 97.1 The Ticket? “Not A Chance!”

As the Wings continue to try and shock the hockey world, a lot has been made about their goalie Jimmy Howard.

97.1 The Ticket–2 hours ago

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Red Wings Viewing Party @ Hockeytown Cafe 5.25.13

Join 97.1 The Ticket’s Jeff Riger and the Ticket Chicks for some Detroit Red Wings playoff hockey at the Official Red Wings Viewing Party at Hockeytown Cafe!

97.1 The Ticket–2013/05/21

ANAHEIM, CA - MAY 08: Johan Franzen #93 of the Detroit Red Wings receives high fives from the bench after scoring a goal in the first period against the Anaheim Ducks in Game Five of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2013 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Honda Center on May 8, 2013 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

News And Notes From Red Wings Morning Skate Before Game 6

Friday morning both the Wings and Ducks gathered at Joe Louis Arena for their morning skate as both teams get ready for a critical game 6 of their best of 7 series.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/05/10

OAKLAND, CA - APRIL 12: Manager Jim Leyland #10 of the Detroit Tigers looks on from the dugout against the Oakland Athletics in the bottom of the six inning at O.co Coliseum on April 12, 2013 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Jim Leyland On Manager Rants! [Blog]

You never want the Tigers to lose however when they do, particularly in heartbreaking fashion, you at least want the Skipper to go nuts.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/30

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 1: Phil Coke #40 of the Detroit Tigers delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the ninth inning of the Opening Day game on April 1, 2013 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Tigers defeated the Twins 4-2. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Phil Coke On Jason Collins “You Have To Have Respect For That”

You knew it would only be a matter of time before an openly gay athlete came out while being an active player.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/30

(Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Jose Valverde Talks For The First Time

Tuesday afternoon after Manager Jim Leyland addressed the media and then new and former closer Jose Valverde talked for the first time before an ample amount of reporters.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/25

KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 21: Manager Jim Leyland #10 and Jose Valverde #46 of the Detroit Tigers celebrate a 6-3 win over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on September 21, 2011 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)

Leyland On Valverde; “It Will Be Nice To Write His Name On The Lineup Card!” (Video)

Word came down around 5:30 Tuesday afternoon that former Detroit closer Jose Valverde was joining the team again.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/24

OAKLAND, CA - APRIL 12: Manager Jim Leyland #10 of the Detroit Tigers looks on from the dugout against the Oakland Athletics in the bottom of the six inning at O.co Coliseum on April 12, 2013 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Tigers Fans’ Favorite Pastime? Second Guessing The Skip

Even if the Tigers were in first right now with the best record in the game, fans would still bash Leyland because that is just what they do.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/22

CALGARY, CANADA - APRIL 17: Kyle Quincey #27 of the Detroit Red Wings skates against Matt Stajan #18 of the Calgary Flames during an NHL game at Scotiabank Saddledome on April 17, 2013 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images)

The Red Wings Should Still Make You Proud!

With every game and week that passes it seems like the Wings, for the first time in 21 seasons will miss out on the playoffs.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/19

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Stafford Rather Would Have Talent Around Him Than A Record Breaking Deal

Tuesday morning Detroit Lions QB Matt Stafford spoke to the media and the main theme of the conversation was his “ongoing” contract talks.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/04/16

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