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Saint Mary’s Pitcher Preston Howey Drafted in 14th Round by Detroit Tigers
Saint Mary's pitcher Preston Howey was chosen by the Detroit Tigers in the 14th round of the 2024 MLB draft, marking the program's sole pick this year. Howey, a right-handed relief pitcher, showcased impressive stats during his collegiate career, with notable numbers in wins, ERA, innings pitched, strikeouts, and saves.
Detroit’s Devastating Slide Set to Reopen This Week
The Detroit Free Press calls it one of, "Detroit's jewels." However, ask any local and they'll tell you it's more likely to damage the family jewels. One of the Detroit area's most infamous celebrities, the giant slide on Belle Isle, is set to reopen this week. First opened in 1967...
Lions' Jared Goff makes ESPN top 10 QB ranking from NFL execs, coaches
ESPN has released its top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL ranked by NFL execs, coaches, and scouts, and the Detroit Lions' Jared Goff was ranked ninth. Goff had the second-most passing yards in the NFL with 4,575 last season, and was fourth in passing touchdowns with 30, helping the Lions to a 12-5...
Faith Leaders Gather to Call On Wayne State to Divest from Israel
DETROIT, July 16, 2024 ~ About 25 religious leaders gathered Monday at the Wayne State University seal to condemn the school’s treatment of student protestors and call on WSU to divest funds from Israel. Buddhist, Christian, Jewish, and Muslim leaders attended a press conference, according to the Detroit Metro...
Michigan's 15 highest-rated players in EA Sports' College Football 25 game
In all, the Wolverines had 21 players receive at least an 80 rating, include five of the game's top 100 overall players. After months and, really, years of anticipation, college football has re-entered the video game landscape. Monday afternoon, the deluxe edition of EA Sports' College Football 25 video game came out.
Flames Prospect Hurtig To Skate For Sweden At Summer Showcase
Flames prospect Axel Hurtig is set to represent Sweden at the upcoming World Junior Summer Showcase, slated for July 28 - August 3 in Windsor, Ont. and Plymouth, Mich. The 19-year-old defenceman was selected by Calgary in the seventh round of the 2023 NHL Draft. Hurtig, who hails from Hogas,...
After injury-plagued 2023, Michigan CB Will Johnson prioritizing health in follow-up to All-American season
Will Johnson leaned forward in his chair and smiled. Yes, he acknowledged, he was a consensus All-Big Ten Player and a First Team All-American while leading Michigan football to a national championship in 2023. But he wasn't fully healthy while doing it. Then a sophomore, Johnson missed much of last...
If a mistrial is declared in Samantha Woll murder trial, what's next?
(CBS DETROIT) - After an alternate juror was introduced Monday in the Samantha Woll murder trial, and the jury remained deadlocked Tuesday after four days of deliberation, former federal prosecutor Richard Convertino says he believes there will be a not-guilty decision made."Hopefully, the new juror will end the log jam and be a new, fresh voice," Convertino said. On Tuesday, Judge Margaret Van Houten gave the jury until the end of Thursday to reach a unanimous decision. If a decision is not reached, she will declare a mistrial. Deliberations resume Thursday morning. "I've seen the openings, the closings. I've seen the direct and cross-examination of...
Building at Detroit African bead museum demolished
A building at the corner of Grand River and Vinewood known for its colorful artwork and part of the Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum has turned to rubble and dust. Despite attempts to save the building by museum founder Olayami Dabls and his team, city crews arrived at the site Tuesday morning and began tearing down the property.
Kresge Foundation Seeking Investment Director
The Kresge Foundation, which provides grants to low-income communities and manages more than $4 billion, is seeking an investment director who will focus on public market investments,. according to a job posting. The 100-year-old organization deploys grants and social impact investments across arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services...
Ship doomed on Lake Michigan now moored on National Register of Historic Places
A Detroit-built sailing ship that sank in Lake Michigan during an 1864 storm has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The three-masted Mojave, only 1 year old at the time, went down in heavy weather while northbound on the route from Chicago to Buffalo with a load of grain.
Detroit Tigers Select Utah Utes Closer Micah Ashman In MLB Draft
SALT LAKE CITY— Fourth-year junior reliever Micah Ashman is the second Ute to hear his name called in the 2024 MLB draft, having been selected by the Detroit Tigers in the 11th round. Detroit selected Utah’s all-time saves leader with the 326 pick in the MLB First-Year Player Draft....
McDonald Named Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
ROCHESTER, Mich. - Trey McDonald has been named assistant coach of the Golden Grizzlies men's basketball team, the university and head coach Greg Kampe announced. "We're excited to have Trey in our program," Kampe said. "I recruited him when he was a player, he went on to play in the Final Four at Ohio State, and he brings a competitiveness and spirit that will help the team."
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