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

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.
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Michigan basketball wins the natty! Title game recap, transfer portal names to watch and more

It actually happened. The Michigan Wolverines are national champions after surviving a rock fight against UConn in Indianapolis for the Big Ten’s first title since 2000. The Freep’s team is on hand in Indy gives their instant reactions to the game, what it means historically and more. And check back in later in the week for a full episode!

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

It actually happened. The Michigan Wolverines are national champions after surviving a rock fight against UConn in Indianapolis for the Big Ten&rsquo;s first title since 2000. The Freep&rsquo;s team is on hand in Indy gives their instant reactions to the game, what it means historically and more. And check back in later in the week for a full episode!
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>.

Instant reaction to Michigan beating UConn to claim 2026 national title

The Final Four is finally here. We've been circling this as a possibility since Michigan basketball's coming out party in Las Vegas in November and when push came to shove, the Wolverines delivered. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing Michigan's convincing wins over Alabama and Tennessee, then pivot to the Final Four. What problems will Arizona present Michigan and vice versa. And last but not least, if Michigan does get through Arizona, is there a preferred team between Illinois and UConn? 

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

The Final Four is finally here. We've been circling this as a possibility since Michigan basketball's coming out party in Las Vegas in November and when push came to shove, the Wolverines delivered. Andrew and Tony open the show by discussing Michigan's convincing wins over Alabama and Tennessee, then pivot to the Final Four. What problems will Arizona present Michigan and vice versa. And last but not least, if Michigan does get through Arizona, is there a preferred team between Illinois and UConn?&nbsp;
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>.

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

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