Fletcher Sharpe - Daily Detroit (Page 5)

Detroit showed up for soccer: Sevilla v Crystal Palace live from Comerica Park

Recorded at Comerica Park, it’s your Daily Detroit! Fletcher Sharpe, Norris Howard and Jer talk about the vibe of more than 21,000 people coming to Detroit for international soccer. Sevilla FC and Crystal Palace FC brought out the fans and the city made a positive impression on the clubs. Sevilla defeated CPFC 2-1 in sudden death penalty kicks, but both clubs came away positive about the friendly. It shows sky is the limit on soccer in our area, as this match outdrew many Tigers gam...

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Should the Tigers go for Ohtani? // Darío Suárez City FC

Today’s show is in two parts. First, Shohei Ohtani will be a free agent soon. Is he a fit for the Detroit Tigers? Or should we take the money – assuming he’d come – and spend it across more players? Then, as we recorded this episode from Keyworth, we talk about Detroit City’s new 4-4-2 form and the immense impact of Darío Suárez. The team is playing with new offensive energy and not only is it fun to watch, but it puts points on the table. Link to vote in the Podcast Awards for us –...

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Trying Pure Michigan Mix // Will Gilly's be the sports spot? // Pistons Summer League success // DCFC scoring woes continue

Fletcher Sharpe joins Jer to talk a little sports, a little development, and try a new thing. 00:30 First, we try the new Pure Michigan Mix from McDonalds. Sprite Lymonade and Fanta Blue Raspberry frozen drink. Thumbs up or down? And what could be improved? 05:32 A new sports-ish bar is coming to downtown Detroit, Gilly’s. It’s to honor Dan Gilbert’s late son Nick, who died all too soon of Neurofibramatosis. Will Detroit finally get that great sports bar that for son long we missed, back...

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DeBrincat comes home // Tigers no hitter // Can we go back to LeRouge?

Three big topics today. Alex DeBrincat was signed by the Detroit Red Wings, as the Yzerplan picks up some offense. We have thoughts. The hot-and-cold Tigers threw an impressive no-hitting across three pitchers against Toronto. Love to see it. The AL Central is a trash division this year, so we’re still only 5.5 out and hope remains. And finally, Detroit City FC talk. We go over the frustrating 1-0 loss to New Mexico United. Preview the upcoming match against Loudon that may have playoff...

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Big Greektown changes // Oakland County roundabouts // Driver licenses lagging

Vote in the Podcast Awards for us! We are in the News and Politics category as well as People’s Choice. https://www.podcastawards.com/app/signup Norris and Fletcher join Jer to catch you up on what you missed over the holiday. * Greektown is getting a $20 million grant to turn it into a proper part time pedestrian plaza * There’s more than 40 roundabouts in Oakland County, we discuss. Good or bad? * Younger people are holding off on getting their license to drive and cars are more ex...

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Rating Pistons draft picks // New Lions helmet // DCFC loses at home

Three stories today with Fletcher Sharpe…. recorded at Keyworth Stadium after Detroit City’s 1-0 loss to Orange County. Fist we walk through his Detroit Pistons draft grade and why… Then local football fans were buzzing about the new Lions alternate helmets with a lot of blue and a retro logo… And we break down the 1-0 loss to Orange County by Detroit City FC and what’s next. Feedback as always – dailydetroit – at – gmail – dot – com Remember we’re on Apple Podcasts: https://podca...

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Speeding crackdown // Pistons draft predictions // Detroit City FC turns a corner

Your Daily Detroit is in four parts. First, we discuss a speeding crackdown in Michigan as state police say there’s rampant speeding over 30 miles an hour of the limits. Fletcher Sharpe shares his NBA draft predictions for the Pistons The Michigan Panthers make the USFL playoffs And Detroit City FC may be turning the corner with improvements from Ben Morris and others Remember we have a happy hour on June 21st at Castalia Cocktails in Midtown: https://www.facebook.com/e...

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Incinerator comes down // NFL dominates sports media // Detroit City ties

Fletcher Sharpe joins in - We had to slip in a more serious story into the show, as the smokestack of the incinerator has been a part of our Detroit experience as long as we can remember. Good riddance. Also, there's changes in sports media as the NFL continues to gobble up lots of the oxygen, and the The Athletic makes some layoffs to adjust. Javy Báez need to figure out how to hit a baseball And we see some optimism with the tie in Charleston for Detroit City FC. Now, if we can just activate...

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Enough Belle Isle beach signage? // Detroit Grand Prix first year thoughts // DCFC and Dario Suarez

Today's show is a busy one. First, we talk about the signage situation on Belle Isle beach, as there was an E.Coli outbreak and swimmers, according to reports, didn't know. So what level of signage should there be? More: https://www.wxyz.com/news/belle-isle-beach-is-close-due-to-e-coli-but-hundreds-are-still-there-this-weekend The Detroit Grand Prix ran their first downtown race in awhile over the weekend. We share first thoughts, and are generally positive on the locale change and future poss...

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Trying Detroit style pizza on Mackinac Island // Detroit City wins again

Today's show is in two parts. First, we do a first look and quick review of the new Mackinac Island Pizza as we've landed at the Mackinac Policy Conference. It is, according to the marketing materials, inspired by a Detroit pizza legend. Does it live up to the hype? Then, Fletcher Sharpe breaks down a second win in a row for Detroit City FC which is seeing a bit of resurgence, especially as Maxi Rodriguez is stepping up. You're part of this conversation! Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at...

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Your Detroit sports questions, answered (ft. Fletcher Sharpe)

A bit of a mailbag episode as we answer some of your questions. Always can send them in at dailydetroit - at- gmail -dot- com. We saved the sports questions for Fletcher Sharpe! 00:47 What's next for the Pistons now there's no Wemby and it's the fifth pick in the NBA draft? 04:12 Is it worth it to watch the Detroit Tigers this year? 06:52 Former MSU star QB Brian Lewerke returns to the state of Michigan. Why hasn't he been able to find his footing up til now? 09:47 What do you look for in c...

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Monty Williams for Pistons coach? // Crystal Palace and Sevilla coming to town // Patience needed for Detroit City FC

Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk all things Detroit sports. 00:42 Monty Williams is on the coaching board after being fired by Mat Ishbia. Could he land in Detroit? Would it be good? 07:18 Fletcher headed down to Ford Field to see the Panthers 11:29 International match between Crystal Palace FC and Sevilla coming to Comerica Park 16:35 Detroit City FC's women side and strong attendance numbers 18:43 The men's Detroit City FC side got embarassed by Tampa Bay last weekend 5-1, and powerful San A...

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Thumbs down on Pistons coach choices // Panthers, Detroit City and more

Fletcher Sharpe is in to talk all things sports from his thumbs down for the current Pistons coach options, to the Ishbia incident to the Michigan Panther and Detroit City FC who pulled off a tie on Saturday. You're part of this conversation! Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit Or th...

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Thumbs up on Lions draft // Michigan Panthers vibes // DCFC needs signings

Our show is in three parts. First, the Detroit Lions and their overall draft strategy, plus how D'Andre Swift ended up in the best position possible. Fletcher went to the Michigan Panthers home opener at Ford Field and came back happy with the experience. And, changes on the field need to happen at Detroit City FC - so what's next. Maybe some signings to make up for what was lost in the offseason, as we now know what we lost on offense? You're part of this conversation! Feedback as always - d...

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In the gym with Claressa Shields

A very busy Monday. First, Fletcher and Jer head to Detroit's west side to meet up with Undisputed Middleweight Boxing Champion and Flint, Michigan native Claressa Shields to talk to her ahead of her bout, the first boxing match ever, at Little Caesars Arena. We talk everything from the match to favorite foods to what people need to know about Flint. On the backside of the show we cover: Michigan Panthers opening day performance down in Houston Detroit City's tie vs. The Miami FC and look ahea...

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Dwane Casey out as coach; Dutch Girl building for sale; Detroit City FC doldrums

The building Dutch Girl Donuts was in is being sold; Dwane Casey is out as head coach for the Detroit Pistons; Fletcher and listeners react; Plus we look at the pieces of the Detroit City FC season that just aren't fitting together to make a cohesive whole. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for...

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Opening Day // Vernors as state pop? // Bus service changes + more

It's Opening Day! We talk about a number of stories around Metro Detroit, from bus service changes at SMART and DDOT, to a Grand Prix track concern, to a champion eater coming to Detroit to a link from a listener to petition to make Vernors the state pop. We do this show each and every weekday covering what to know and where to go in Metro Detroit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to shows. Plus, our new round of etched Daily Detroit rocks glasses are here. They're only for P...

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Detroit City needs out of the box thinking // Jameson Williams hot take

And we're back! Detroit City FC lost 3-1 to Minnesota in the open cup, and 1-0 to Sacramento. We discuss what's going on, what's at the root of the issue and more. Plus, Fletcher Sharpe shares why he thinks it's dumb to suspend Jameson Williams. You're part of this conversation! Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify Thanks to our members: http:...