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For Spartans and Wolverines, annual rivalry game takes on different stakes this year
Michigan and Michigan State will meet this weekend in Ann Arbor for their annual football rivalry game. How do the stakes shift when both teams have had their struggles? For more on that and the Detroit Lions' quest to extend their winning streak, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou.
John U. Bacon: Campbell's risks are "who he is" and the Milwaukee Brewers'
The Lions got a big win against a divisional rival last weekend. Up next, an even tougher challenge… For more on that and a look at other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition. Football this weekend: Michigan at Rutgers - Sat., 12:30 p.m. Michigan State - bye Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions - Sun. 1 p.m. Doug Tribou: The Lions beat the Packers on a last-second field goal last weekend.
John U. Bacon: Money complicates Michigan's Carr-Underwood quarterback decision
By halftime during Michigan’s game against Penn State Saturday, Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham had seen enough. He pulled his starting quarterback, Bryce Underwood, and put in freshman Tommy Carr. The Wolverines won. Carr is widely expected to start this weekend. What will that mean in the long term for Underwood and his multi-million-dollar name, image, and likeness deal? For more on that and a look at other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U.
It Happened at Michigan: The neurosurgeon who scored U-M’s first men’s hockey goal
Edgar “Eddie” Kahn was the son of legendary American architect Albert Kahn, who built some of the most recognizable buildings at U-M, including the Burton Memorial Tower, Angell Hall, the Hatcher Graduate Library and Hill Auditorium. Eddie also pioneered a new discipline of neurosurgery and served 22 years as chief of the department at U-M’s Medical Center.
It Happened at Michigan: The neurosurgeon who scored U-M’s first men’s hockey goal
Edgar “Eddie” Kahn was the son of legendary American architect Albert Kahn, who built some of the most recognizable buildings at U-M, including the Burton Memorial Tower, Angell Hall, the Hatcher Graduate Library and Hill Auditorium. Eddie also pioneered a new discipline of neurosurgery and served 22 years as chief of the department at U-M’s Medical Center.
John U. Bacon: Michigan fans should stay patient on Bryce Underwood, Kyle Whittingham
In college football, the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans are both still looking for their first win of the season against Big Ten opponents. And in baseball, the 2026 World Series is guaranteed to end a title drought, no matter who wins. For more on those stories and other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon spoke with Morning Edition host Doug Tribou.
Here's what the Red Wings, Lions, Wolverines, and Spartans have in common in 2026
What do Michigan and Michigan State football, the Detroit Red Wings, and the Detroit Lions have in common this fall? Their seasons are not off to great starts. For more on those stories and other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition on Friday. Football this weekend: Illinois at Michigan State - Sat., 3:30 p.m. Michigan - Bye week Detroit Lions at Arizona Cardinals - Sun., 4:25 p.m. Doug Tribou: Let's start with the Red Wings.
‘Brady’ Review: A Gritty Path to Greatness
The book opens in December 2006 with a 29-year-old Tom Brady anxiously heading out for a blind date with Ms. Bündchen: the kind of scene that tells readers they’re in for something new.
#Airbnbust One Year Later: Did the Short-Term Rental Industry Ever Collapse?
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John U. Bacon on Bryce Underwood's fumbles and Justin Verlander's farewell
College football celebrates new beginnings with the start of Big Ten conference play this weekend, and Tigers baseball celebrates the end of a legendary career when Justin Verlander pitches his last start. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition producer Caoilinn Goss to talk about it all.
John U. Bacon: NCAA offers no relief for Western Michigan after last-second loss to Michigan
The NCAA has weighed in on Michigan's controversial win over Western Michigan on September 5. The announcement didn't provide any relief for Broncos fans. Meanwhile, the Wolverines are heavy favorites this weekend and the Spartans will face their toughest opponent so far this season. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to discuss that and why Detroit Red Wings fans might be feeling a bit down at the moment.
John U. Bacon on UM hockey hazing allegations and Michigan's "least satisfying" football win
The University of Michigan is facing a federal lawsuit for alleged hazing within the Michigan men’s hockey program. In football, the NCAA has announced a clarification of the rules for timekeeping after the controversial end to a game between Michigan and Western Michigan University. For more on those stories and other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition.
Magazine Monday: 10 Ways to Rethink Revenue
In a recent Association Adviser Podcast episode, John Bacon, Vice President of Sales and Partner Experiences at the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), discussed how associations approach revenue—and why stronger alignment among teams, offerings, and audience needs matters. His conversation surfaces 10 shifts that matter for leaders rethinking revenue strategy today. One of the biggest mindset shifts associations can make is recognizing that revenue is not separate from the mission.
John U. Bacon: All eyes on young quarterbacks and new coaches for Michigan, Michigan State
College football fans, rejoice. The season is underway and both the Spartans and Wolverines are about to play their openers. For more on that and other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition. Football this weekend: Toledo at Michigan State - Fri., 8 pm West Michigan at Michigan - Sat., 7:30 pm Doug Tribou: Kyle Whittingham is the new head coach for the Wolverines.
John U. Bacon: New football coaches bringing changes to Michigan and Michigan State
College football season is nearly here. Both Michigan and Michigan State have new coaches this season, and there's a change coming to the Big House. For more on all of that and other sports news, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition. Doug Tribou: A week from Friday night, the Michigan State Spartans will open their 2026 football season when they host the Toledo Rockets in East Lansing.
John U. Bacon: New UM president needs to get Wolverines' athletic department on the "right path"
The University of Michigan has announced Vanderbilt Provost Cybele Raver as the university’s next president. The U of M Board of Regents is expected to vote to confirm her appointment on Sept. 1. She would begin in Ann Arbor in December. Meanwhile, Michigan State University has announced its next athletic director. For a look at how those changes will affect the schools' athletic departments, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition.
John U. Bacon: Tigers are still hot, Larkin's still here, and college football's still "irrational"
What's the long-term outlook for the Tigers after they traded away some key stars? Will the Red Wings trade their biggest star before the season? What's a college football rivalry without hate? Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou for a look at those questions. Doug Tribou: Well, John, I think I missed a few things while I was away on vacation. The Tigers basically remodeled their roster.
1980’lerin Miami Hurricanes’i Tarihe Geçti
Amerikan kolej futbolunun 150 yılı aşkın tarihinde pek çok dominant takım vardı, ancak 1980’lerde Miami Hurricanes, spora damga vuran en etkileyici ekiplerden biri oldu. Sahanın dışına taşan özgüvenleriyle rakiplerini sürekli rahatsız eden takım, gol sonrası saha ortasında dans etmesi ve parlak turuncu formalarıyla dikkat çekiyordu. Bu tarz, John U. Bacon’a göre kolej futbolunu adeta bir tiyatroya dönüştürdü ve Kanaryalar, kolej futbolunun kötü çocukları olarak anıldı.
John U. Bacon: Goodbyes to Skubal and Mize, Red Wings say hello Horcoff
Monday was the Major League Baseball trade deadline, and the Detroit Tigers traded star pitcher Tarik Skubal to the L.A. Dodgers. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition producer Caoilinn Goss to talk about the trade and what's ahead for the Tigers. Caoilinn Goss: A Skubal trade was highly anticipated, but perhaps more surprisingly, the Tigers also traded Casey Mize to the San Diego Padres… Tigers management says they have their eyes on the future.
John U. Bacon: Many questions remain after Michigan update on Manuel and athletics investigation
This week, the University of Michigan announced that Athletic Director Warde Manuel will be stepping down at the end of the year. Manuel’s departure follows an independent investigation commissioned by the university to look into the tenure and firing of football coach Sherrone Moore, and to look at the overall culture in the Michigan athletic department. But the details — or lack thereof — in the announcement have raised more questions.
Age-based gadget curbs in schools backed
Business World Philippines | July 21, 2026 THE Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) on Monday urged lawmakers to adopt age-based restrictions on students’ use of personal electronic devices in schools, citing studies linking excessive and unsupervised screen time to poorer learning outcomes, developmental delays and online safety risks among Filipino children. ‘We would like to pose also to the body that distinctions must be made...
John U. Bacon on Yzerman's record, Skubal's future, and Manuel's "nine lives"
There's a change in the Detroit Red Wings' front office and at the University of Michigan, a controversy involving the athletic department continues. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou for a look at those stories and more. Doug Tribou: The findings of a more than $12-million independent report the University of Michigan commissioned about its own athletic department is still not public.
John U. Bacon: Verlander to retire, Guskiewicz decides to stay, and Pistons play "musical chairs"
It's a surprisingly news filled sports week for the middle of July. Justin Verlander announced his retirement this week. The University of Michigan still hasn't released a much-anticipated report, and now they're getting sued for dragging their feet. And Tom Izzo got his wish. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Christopher Johnson for a look at those stories and other sports news. Christopher G.
John U. Bacon: Wolverines lose May; Wings set to lose Larkin; Tigers just lose
Dusty May is leaving Ann Arbor and so are three of the players who helped him bring a national men's basketball championship to the University of Michigan. They're all heading to the NBA. Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou for a look at that story and other sports news. Doug Tribou: John, I believe it was Julius Caesar, who famously said, “I came. I saw. I conquered.
John U. Bacon: Verlander returns, Batt leaves, and Izzo has some choice words
A year after hiring an athletic director, Michigan State University is back in the market for a new one. That prompted men's basketball coach Tom Izzo to express his frustration about recent leadership changes at MSU. Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to talk about that story, the impending return of Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander, and other sports news. Doug Tribou: Michigan State University is once again looking for a new athletic director.
John U. Bacon on Tigers' turnaround; Red Wings' options after Larkin's trade demand
The Detroit Red Wings are shopping Dylan Larkin after he demanded a trade, but getting enough in return for their team captain will be tricky. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to look at that story, the Stanley Cup Final, the Detroit Tigers' timely turnaround, and more sports news. Doug Tribou: The Tigers won six games in all of May. They have now won seven games in June with more than half of the month left.
John U. Bacon: Tigers on the upswing; fight over MLB salary cap proposal looms
After a terrible May, the Detroit Tigers' bats woke up in the team's first series in June. They scored 25 runs in three games. Can they turn their season around and do it in time to make it worth keeping their best pitcher? Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to talk about that and the possibility of an MLB lockout in 2027. Doug Tribou: In their last eight games in May, the Tigers scored a total of 23 runs.
John U. Bacon: Knicks are due, Canada is too, and some hope for Tigers after a "miserable month"
This week, Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to discuss the NBA and NHL playoffs, and the search for a sliver of hope in a messy month of May for the Detroit Tigers. Doug Tribou: The New York Knicks have not won an NBA Championship in my lifetime. Their last title came in 1973. The Knicks have secured a spot in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.
John U. Bacon on the pressure on Pistons' Cunningham; Skubal's groundbreaking surgery
The Pistons blew a late lead against Cleveland Wednesday night. On Friday night, they're facing elimination in Game 6 of their best-of-seven series with the Cavs. In Tigers news, with potentially hundreds of millions of dollars on the line, one Detroit player agreed to be something of a surgical guinea pig. For more on those stories and other sports news, Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon spoke with Morning Edition host Doug Tribou.
John U. Bacon: Pistons lock in vs. Cavs; Tigers pile up pitching problems; and PWHL arrives
In the NBA playoffs, the Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-97 Thursday night. The Pistons lead the best-of-seven series 2-0. After some early struggles in the previous round, Detroit has now won five straight playoff games. It's been a good week for Detroit basketball, but not such a good week for the Tigers and their pitching staff, which is in tough shape at the moment. Also, this week, we learned the Pistons and Red Wings will soon have some company at Little Caesars Arena.
John U. Bacon: NCAA's reported 76-team March Madness plans driven by "abject greed"
The Pistons stayed alive with a win on Wednesday night and once again they’re facing a must-win playoff game Friday night. And just a heads up for 2027: your March Madness brackets for next year may already be busted. For more on those stories and other sports news, Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou. Doug Tribou: The Pistons needed a big performance from their star, Cade Cunningham, in Game 5 against Orlando and they got it.
John U. Bacon on Pistons vs. Magic, Lendeborg's NBA future, and a memorable Detroit strikeout
The Pistons got their groove back on Wednesday night and ended a record postseason losing streak in the process. Meanwhile, some of the top college basketball stars in the state of Michigan are sizing up their chances of making the jump to the NBA. For more on that and other sports news, Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou.
John U. Bacon on Sherrone Moore sentence, Pistons' playoff hopes, and Red Wings' collapse
Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was sentenced to 18 months probation. The case against him stemmed from a confrontation with his executive assistant in December soon after he was fired for having an inappropriate relationship with her. For more on that and other stories in the news this week, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou.
John U. Bacon on Cunningham's return, Red Wings' issues, and Michigan's Frozen Four struggles
The Pistons are primed for the playoffs. The Red Wings are on the verge of missing them. And Ann Arbor’s getting ready for a championship parade. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to discuss those stories and other sports news. Doug Tribou: The Pistons got a big boost when all-star Cade Cunningham was back in the lineup against Milwaukee on Wednesday. He missed 11 games while recovering from a collapsed lung.
John U. Bacon on Michigan, MSU Sweet 16 matchups and Tigers' World Series dreams
Baseball is back. The Detroit Tigers opened their 2026 season Thursday with an 8-2 win over the Padres in San Diego. The American League's two-time defending Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal picked up right where he left off. He held San Diego to one run on three hits over six innings. But the big star of the day was Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle. In his very first major league game, he had four hits and two runs batted in. Michigan Public commentator John U.
John U. Bacon: March Madness in Michigan, Cunningham's injury, and advice for Red Wings fans
In the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, both Michigan and Michigan State played their opening round games Thursday in Upstate New York in the city of Buffalo. And both the Spartans and Wolverines played against bison. Setting aside the fact that bison and buffalo are technically different animals, someone in the scheduling department at the NCAA has a sense of humor. For more on Thursday's games and some tough news for Detroit Pistons fans, Michigan Public sports commentator John U.
John U. Bacon on Partridge's suit vs. UM; Big Ten basketball; and a special Red Wings goal
A big day for Big Ten basketball. A former Michigan football coach sues the university. The U.S. vs. Canada... again? And a special Detroit Red Wings goal. Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Editionhost Doug Tribou to discuss those stories and more from the world of sports. Doug Tribou: All four quarterfinal games for the Big Ten tournament are Friday in Chicago. Michigan is the No. 1 seed and tips off at noon against Ohio State.
John U. Bacon on the run-up to March Madness, the Lions' big trade, and Lou Holtz memories
The Detroit Lions traded away a key part of their offense this week. March Madness is just around the corner. And the college football world is remembering one of the sport's great coaches. For a look at those stories, Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition. Doug Tribou: Legendary football coach Lou Holtz died this week at the age of 89. Holtz was best known for his years at Notre Dame, where he coached from 1986 through 1996.
John U. Bacon on Big Ten women's hoops: Wolverines (and everyone else) are chasing UCLA
In Big Ten men’s basketball, No. 13 Michigan State visited the No. 8 Purdue and won. It's the first time the Spartans have beaten the Boilermakers on their home floor at Mackey Arena since 2014. The final score was 76-74. The Michigan men are ranked No. 3 in the nation. They’ve got a key conference matchup on the road against No. 10 Illinois Friday night. For a look at other sports news, Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined host Doug Tribou on Morning Edition.
John U. Bacon: Michigan connections abound in U.S. Olympic hockey victories
The U.S. women's hockey team won Olympic gold Thursday in Italy in dramatic fashion. Megan Keller, who grew up in Farmington, Michigan, put in a backhand shot in overtime to give the United States a 2 to 1 victory over Canada. American captain Hilary Knight had forced overtime with a tip-in goal with just over two minutes remaining. The goal was the 15th of her Olympic career. This is the third gold medal for the U.S. women's hockey team. They also won in 1998 in Nagano and in 2018 in Pyeongchang.
John U. Bacon on Tigers' free agent splash, Lolich memories, and Super Bowl 60
In the same week, the Detroit Tigers reached a deal with a prominent pitcher and mourned the death of one of the franchise's great aces. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to discuss those stories, the Red Wings' players headed to the Olympics, and the unusual paths the Seahawks and Patriots took to Super Bowl 60. Super Bowl LX Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, Calif.
John U. Bacon: Indiana's Cignetti delivers all-time coaching performance during title run
A historic run for the Indiana Hoosiers. A career first for Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham. And a wow moment for hockey in Michigan. Michigan Public commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to talk about all that more from the world of sports. Doug Tribou: The Indiana Hoosiers are College Football’s national champions. The Hoosiers came out on top against the Miami Hurricanes in a tight title game. The final score was 27-21.
John U. Bacon: Detroit Tigers "unbelievably cheap" in Skubal contract offers
Detroit pitcher Tarik Skubal has won two consecutive Cy Young awards and has been critical to the Tigers' recent success. So why are the Tigers and their ace so far apart on what Skubal is worth as he heads into the last year of his contract? Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Edition host Doug Tribou to look at that question.
The Gales of November
2025, the year THE GALES OF NOVEMBER was published, in particular November 10, 2025, marked 50 years since the Great Lakes ship EDMUND FITZGERALD, along with her entire crew of 29 men, went missing, to be found later at the bottom of Lake Superior.
John U. Bacon on Paul Davis, Tom Izzo, and a strange moment for Michigan State basketball
The Michigan men's basketball team is flying high. Michigan State isn't far behind, but a strange incident at a game Monday overshadowed a big moment for Spartans coach Tom Izzo. Sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Michigan Public's Morning Edition host Doug Tribou for a look at those stories and more sports news. Doug Tribou: Happy New Year, John. John U. Bacon: Happy New Year to you, Doug.
John U. Bacon: After Sherrone Moore's exit at Michigan, could AD Warde Manuel be next?
Former University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore is scheduled to be arraigned Friday in Washtenaw County. Michigan fired Moore on Wednesday saying a university investigation turned up credible evidence that he "engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member." That announcement came around the same time that police in Pittsfield Township, just outside Ann Arbor, were responding to an alleged assault.
Bacon: Fitzgerald brings positives and "uncomfortable" questions to MSU football
Michigan State has a new head football coach. Ohio State ended its losing streak against Michigan. And the Big Ten football championship game is Saturday night. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Editionhost Doug Tribou to talk about those stories and more college football news. College football this weekend: Big Ten Championship Game - Ohio State vs.
John U. Bacon on Lions-Packers Thanksgiving game and Michigan-Ohio State rivalry
It’s Thanksgiving. Lots of people will have turkey on the menu. And during the holiday weekend, there’s a lot on the sports schedule, so on our Morning Edition menu we’ve got Bacon. Our sports commentator John U. Bacon, that is. Bacon joined Michigan Public's Doug Tribou to preview the Detroit Lions' holiday matchup against the Green Bay Packers, the 2025 edition of the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry football game, and the future of the Michigan State program. Football schedule: Green Bay vs.
John U. Bacon on Pistons' streak and what derailed Big Ten's private equity deal
The Big Ten's proposed $2.4-billion private equity deal got derailed this week. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Editionhost Doug Tribou to talk about what the deal would have done and why it stalled. Bacon also discussed a highly unusual win for the Michigan football team and the Pistons' 11-game winning streak.
John U. Bacon on Tarik Skubal's second Cy Young and his future with the Tigers
Tarik Skubal joined an exclusive club when he won his second consecutive American League Cy Young award this week. With the end of his contract looming, Detroit Tigers fans are now left to wonder whether Skubal will be in Detroit for much longer. Michigan Public sports commentator John U. Bacon joined Morning Editionhost Doug Tribou to talk about that and what this year's Cy Young awards reveal about the evolution of Major League Baseball.
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