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Today In NHL History - Lidstrom Beats Cloutier

On April 21st in 2002, Norris winner Nicklas Lidstrom scored on Vancouver Canucks netminder Dan Cloutier from center ice in the final minute of the second period breaking a 1-1 tie in Game 3 of the Western Conference Quarter-finals. The goal marked a playoff turning point as the Detroit Red Wings won the game 3-1 and overcame a 2-0 series deficit to steal the series 4-2. 52 days later Detroit

Get a ton of bonus Detroit Lions draft coverage with Pride of Detroit Direct

Just under three years ago, we premiered Pride of Detroit Direct—our premium, email-based newsletter that has bonus Detroit Lions content, including in-depth analysis, film breakdowns, and exclusive video podcasts. It’s been a while since I’ve talked about Pride of Detroit Direct on the website, and I figured now—with the NFL Draft a day away—would be […]

2026 NFL Draft profile: Why the Detroit Lions should draft Blake Miller

At the peak of the Detroit Lions’ offensive success from 2022-24, the engine that drove the team’s identity was a proven, dependable, and imposing offensive line—arguably one of the most defining units in all of football. Since then, that group has undergone significant turnover. Frank Ragnow retired, while Taylor Decker and Graham Glasgow were released […]

Schrager mock: Rams trade back, draft Sadiq

ESPN’s Peter Schrager posted his annual mock draft on Wednesday and after weeks of connecting the L.A. Rams to Makai Lemon, he’s switching up his pick on the eve of the draft. The Rams draft Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq after making a trade to move down with the Detroit Lions. Schrager has the Rams […]

Final 2026 NFL mock draft: Random names out of a hat edition

It’s time for one of my favorite traditions at Pride of Detroit. Going back 13 years, we’ve been doing an annual mock draft that is completely randomized? Why? Well, initially it was done to see if Pride of Detroit founder Sean Yuille could draft better for the Lions by picking names out of a hat […]

Former Lions 2nd-round pick lands tryout at Browns minicamp

Detroit Lions 2022 second-round pick Josh Paschal was waived this offseason, but he could land with another team soon. The 26-year-old defensive end spent Tuesday at Cleveland Browns’ veteran minicamp, his first known opportunity post-Lions. Paschal was one of 11 veteran players trying out during the Browns’ voluntary minicamp—a three-day stretch of practices awarded to […]

Game 23: Detroit Tigers vs. Milwaukee Brewers, 6:40 p.m.

Detroit Tigers (12-11) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (12-9) Time/Place: 6:40 p.m., Comerica ParkSB Nation Site: Brew Crew BallMedia: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: RHP Keider Montero (1-1, 3.31 ERA) vs. LHP Kyle Harrison (1-1, 3.07 ERA) Lineups BREWERS TIGERS Brice Turang – 2B Jahmai Jones – DH William Contreras – C Gleyber Torres – 2B Jake Bauers – 1B Kevin […]

Keider Montero’s fastball has carried him to a strong start

Once again this spring, 25-year-old Keider Montero found himself on the outside of the Detroit Tigers starting rotation. Justin Verlander’s hip injury opened up an opportunity, and so far Montero is running with it to a degree we haven’t seen from him in his two-year major league career. Three starts isn’t enough to say anything […]

Notes: Lions drop first ‘Inside the Den’ episode

The Detroit Lions have released the first episode of this season’s highly watched series “Inside the Den.” This episode of the Emmy-award winning documentary series goes behind-the-scenes to touch on some key offseason movements within the franchise. It starts with a look at new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, as he sits down with a few […]

2026 NFL Draft: Detroit Lions top-30 visit tracker

The Detroit Lions often tell a lot about their NFL Draft intentions by the players they decide to meet. Whether it’s formal meetings at the NFL Combine or pre-draft visits to their team facility in Allen Park, the Lions’ draft history has been littered with players they’ve done additional work on. So every year, we […]

Tigers’ shortstop prospects Bryce Rainer and Jordan Yost promoted

After a really unfortunate shoulder injury that short-circuited a hot start to his pro career, the Detroit Tigers third ranked prospect, shortstop Bryce Rainer, has had a sluggish return to action in 2026. However, it’s only been 11 games, and he’s returning after 10 months away from game action, so it’s no surprise that he […]

Nittany Lions in the NFL: Final Mock Draft Round-Up

Draft sites used: ESPN, NFL Network, CBS Sports, Yahoo, PFF Previous mock draft projections in italics Drew Allar: ESPN: 103rd to Jets (Reid’s April 20th mock), 85th to Steelers (Kiper, Miller, Reid, and Yates’ April 2nd mock) NFL: 128th to Lions (Reuter’s April 20th mock), 157th to Rams (Reuter’s April 3rd mock) CBS: 140th to […]

2026 NFL Draft: Which 6 prospects best fit the Lions?

For the 2025 Detroit Lions, there were basically two different seasons. There was the 5-2 mark they put up before their bye week… and then, there was the 4-6 mark down the stretch as the team’s injury history was even worse than it was in 2024. For the second time in the last four seasons, […]

NHL Rumors: 3 Red Wings Contract Extension Candidates

The Detroit Red Wings have some decisions to make when it comes to their roster this offseason. After a collapse during the final stretch of the season, the Red Wings missed the playoffs and should be looking to make upgrades this offseason because of it. However, they are also entering the summer with a few contract extension candidates to watch. Let's discuss them now. Patrick Kane  Kane has made it clear that he is open to staying put with the Red Wings, and it would not be particularl...

NHL Rumors: 3 Free-Agent Destinations for Kraken's Eeli Tolvanen

Seattle Kraken forward Eeli Tolvanen is an interesting pending unrestricted free agent (UFA) heading into the summer. With Tolvanen being a 26-year-old forward who contributes offensively and plays a heavy game, he should generate a good amount of interest if he hits the free-agent market. Due to this, let's look at three teams that could look to sign Tolvanen if he becomes a free agent this offseason.  Detroit Red Wings  The Red Wings should be looking to boost their top nine this s...