Producer note: This podcast was recorded 4/5/26

Tony and Andrew preview the Michigan vs UConn title game and break down why tempo will be a deciding factor for the matchup.

Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.

Producer note: This podcast was recorded 4/5/26
Tony and Andrew preview the Michigan vs UConn title game and break down why tempo will be a deciding factor for the matchup.
Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at <a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffreep.com%2Fsports&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRHChan%40freepress.com%7Cea32a0f6f28943f8a74f08ddd9f514e1%7Cbc924c8d3e164e88bf26d7fcfb14f2d5%7C0%7C0%7C638906368818399870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=aJnu4YKCVIXE15fE%2BueVYw6PR1wu6WBCALXWyNTREVY%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link freep.com/sports">freep.com/sports</a>.

Hosted by Tony Garcia and Rainer Sabin of the Detroit Free Press. “Hail, Yes!” can be found a couple of times a week, including every Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Michigan Wolverines. Tony, the U-M sports beat writer, and Rainer, the Big Ten insider, get a chance to talk to the main characters in Ann Arbor weekly and provide their insights and analysis for all the big games, news and events. “Hail, Yes!” is your go-to Wolverines podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team.

Hosted by Tony Garcia and Rainer Sabin of the Detroit Free Press. “Hail, Yes!” can be found a couple of times a week, including every Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Michigan Wolverines. Tony, the U-M sports beat writer, and Rainer, the Big Ten insider, get a chance to talk to the main characters in Ann Arbor weekly and provide their insights and analysis for all the big games, news and events. “Hail, Yes!” is your go-to Wolverines podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team.

Hail Yes! A Detroit Free Press Podcast About University of Michigan Sports

Hosted by Andrew Birkle and Tony Garcia of the Detroit Free Press, “Hail, Yes!” can be found weekly wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Michigan Wolverines. Tony, the U-M sports beat writer, and Andrew, an assistant sports editor for the Freep, get a chance to talk to the main characters in Ann Arbor weekly and provide their insights and analysis for all the big games, news and events. “Hail, Yes!” is your go-to Wolverines podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team.

Hosted by Andrew Birkle and Tony Garcia of the Detroit Free Press, &ldquo;Hail, Yes!&rdquo; can be found weekly wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Michigan Wolverines. Tony, the U-M sports beat writer, and Andrew, an assistant sports editor for the Freep, get a chance to talk to the main characters in Ann Arbor weekly and provide their insights and analysis for all the big games, news and events. &ldquo;Hail, Yes!&rdquo; is your go-to Wolverines podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team.

Michigan is inevitable: Previewing national title game after Wolverines CRUSH Arizona

The "Hail Yes!" crew is joined by Michigan basketball assistant coach Mike Boynton to break down Michigan's national title run, what made this team special and Pistons star Cade Cunningham, who Boynton coached at Oklahoma State.

Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.

The "Hail Yes!" crew is joined by Michigan basketball assistant coach Mike Boynton to break down Michigan's national title run, what made this team special and Pistons star Cade Cunningham, who Boynton coached at Oklahoma State.
Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at&nbsp;<a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffreep.com%2Fsports&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRHChan%40freepress.com%7Cea32a0f6f28943f8a74f08ddd9f514e1%7Cbc924c8d3e164e88bf26d7fcfb14f2d5%7C0%7C0%7C638906368818399870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=aJnu4YKCVIXE15fE%2BueVYw6PR1wu6WBCALXWyNTREVY%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link freep.com/sports">freep.com/sports</a>.

Michigan basketball assistant Mike Boynton joins to discuss title win, Cade Cunningham and more

April has become a very busy month in college sports, with the end of March Madness, transfer portal moves in basketball and spring football, and Andrew and Tony are here to break it all down. Here's what to make of Michigan basketball's new-look roster and what we learned about Michigan football this spring.

Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.

April has become a very busy month in college sports, with the end of March Madness, transfer portal moves in basketball and spring football, and Andrew and Tony are here to break it all down. Here's what to make of Michigan basketball's new-look roster and what we learned about Michigan football this spring.
Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at&nbsp;<a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffreep.com%2Fsports&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRHChan%40freepress.com%7Cea32a0f6f28943f8a74f08ddd9f514e1%7Cbc924c8d3e164e88bf26d7fcfb14f2d5%7C0%7C0%7C638906368818399870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=aJnu4YKCVIXE15fE%2BueVYw6PR1wu6WBCALXWyNTREVY%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link freep.com/sports">freep.com/sports</a>.

Michigan basketball roster recap and Michigan football latest

Mission complete, for Michigan basketball. The Wolverines survived an absolute rock fight in the title game against UConn but still found a way to win despite Yaxel Lendeborg playing through an injury and poor shooting from outside. Tony and Andrew discuss just how well this sets up Michigan's basketball program for the future and the sharp contrast to the football title. Then the guys look at 5 names to watch in the transfer portal as Michigan could be big-game hunting as many players from their talented 2025-26 team head out the door.

Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at freep.com/sports.

Mission complete, for Michigan basketball. The Wolverines survived an absolute rock fight in the title game against UConn but still found a way to win despite Yaxel Lendeborg playing through an injury and poor shooting from outside. Tony and Andrew discuss just how well this sets up Michigan's basketball program for the future and the sharp contrast to the football title. Then the guys look at 5 names to watch in the transfer portal as Michigan could be big-game hunting as many players from their talented 2025-26 team head out the door.
Read all about the Michigan Wolverines by heading to our website at&nbsp;<a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Ffreep.com%2Fsports&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRHChan%40freepress.com%7Cea32a0f6f28943f8a74f08ddd9f514e1%7Cbc924c8d3e164e88bf26d7fcfb14f2d5%7C0%7C0%7C638906368818399870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=aJnu4YKCVIXE15fE%2BueVYw6PR1wu6WBCALXWyNTREVY%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link freep.com/sports">freep.com/sports</a>.

Michigan is inevitable: Previewing national title game after Wolverines CRUSH Arizona

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