The U.S. is a winter sport powerhouse, second only to Norway. The wins at the Milan Cortina Games come disproportionately from athletes who emerged in a handful of states from Alaska to Vermont.

Commentator John U. Bacon joins Morning Edition to talk about Olympic ice hockey, college hockey, and the Michigan and Michigan State men's basketball teams.

A look at the Detroit Tigers 2026 season. Then, more on the University of Michigan's pro-Palestine movement.

Lucas Raymond of the Detroit Red Wings was Sweden's best player and perhaps one of the best in the entire men's hockey tournament at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

The Tigers added Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez to their pitching staff. MLB Network's Jon Morosi joined Morning Edition to look at Detroit's World Series hopes.

Detroit center Isaiah Stewart is suspended seven games by the NBA, and three other players are also penalized for their roles in a fight during Monday's game between the Pistons and Charlotte Hornets.

Justin Verlander is going back to his first big league team. Verlander, who turns 43 on February 20, is looking to rebound from a frustrating year with San Francisco.

The state of Michigan commissioned a report years ago on the history and impact of boarding schools for Native American children around the state, but it still hasn't been released. We talked to two reporters about the delay.

Ice dancing has become a very popular sport for fans of Team USA at the Winter Olympics. Much of the training happens right here in Michigan.

Canada is doubling down on its commitment to EVs. We talk to a reporter about what this means for the U.S. auto industry.