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Wings' Playoff Hopes on Hold After Loss – Friday Sports Wrap

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Howard
Howard

NHL
The Detroit Red Wings’ playoff hopes will come down to their final game, following last night’s 5-2 loss to the Boston Bruins. Boston took a quick lead with two goals in their first four shots against Jimmy Howard. Howard gave up all five goals before being replaced by Petr Mrazek early in the third period. Detroit would have clinched the third guaranteed Atlantic Division playoff spot with the win. They can still earn that spot with a victory either in regulation or overtime in their final regular-season game tomorrow afternoon at New York against the Rangers. Face-off is at 12:30 on AM 1400 and FM 99.3, WCCY. If Detroit loses or wins in a shootout, they would still clinch if the Bruins either lose to Senators in their final game, or win in a shootout. If they lose their final game, the Wings could also back into the final Eastern Conference wild card playoff spot if the Philadelphia Flyers earn no more than one standings point in their final two games.

NBA
The Detroit Pistons could clinch a playoff berth with a home victory against the Wizards tonight. Tip-off is at 7:30 on AM 1400 and FM 99.3, WCCY.

Zimmermann
Zimmermann

MLB
The Detroit Tigers had yesterday off, and will play their home opener against the New York Yankees this afternoon. Jordan Zimmermann will pitch against Luis Severino. Hear the first pitch at 1:10 on AM 1400 and FM 99.3, WCCY.

The Milwaukee Brewers also had yesterday off, and will begin an interleague set against the Houston Astros tonight. Chase Anderson will start against Scott Feldman.

Finlandia
The Finlandia University baseball team’s games at Maranatha Baptist University yesterday and today have been canceled because of bad weather.

MTU
The Michigan Tech men’s tennis team plays at Grand Valley tomorrow morning, and at Ferris State on Sunday morning.

NCAA
Quinnipiac and North Dakota will meet for the NCAA Division I Hockey Tournament championship. The Bobcats advanced with a 3-2 victory over Boston College in the semifinals last night. The Fighting Hawks eliminated Denver 4-2. The title game will be played tomorrow night. Our coverage will begin at 7:30 on AM 1400 and FM 99.3, WCCY.

NFL
The 2016 NFL preseason schedule has been released. The Detroit Lions will open at Pittsburgh, host the Bengals, travel to Baltimore, and close at home against the Bills. The Packers will play the Colts in the Hall of Fame Game. They’ll then host the Browns and Raiders, and visit the 49ers and Chiefs.

Outdoor Gear Swap Tomorrow
Copper Country Ski Tigers LogoThe Copper Country Ski Tigers Nordic Race Team is holding a used outdoor gear swap at the Houghton High School Multi-Purpose Room tomorrow. You can buy and sell outdoor gear, including bikes, kayaks, canoes, camping gear, soccer equipment, skis, snowboards and outdoor clothing. Items to be sold may be dropped off at the school this evening between 5:00 and 7:30, or tomorrow between 9:00 and 9:45. The sale begins at 10:00 tomorrow. Pick up proceeds or unsold items between 12:30 and 1:30. The Ski Tigers collect a 15 percent commission, with a $50.00 maximum per item. Members will also wax skis and snowboards for a nominal fee.

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