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Metro Detroit realtor postpones Matthew Stafford jersey swap ahead of Lions-Rams playoff matchup

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12 months ago

January 11, 2024

Metro Detroit realtor postpones Matthew Stafford jersey swap ahead of Lions-Rams playoff matchup

DETROIT – Metro Detroit realtor Jeff Glover has postponed his Matthew Stafford jersey swap event ahead of the Lions first home playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams inside Ford Field.

Glover, who owns Glover Agency Realtors, wanted to give away 1,000 new Lions jerseys in exchange for the 14-year veterans’ used, now retro, jersey.

In exchange, Glover said he would donate sed jerseys to homeless shelters needing clothing for adults and people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles, California.

Glover Agency sent out a press release stating that his agency was prohibited from hosting the Detroit Lions jersey exchange at the request of the NFL.

“At the request of the NFL, Glover Agency is prohibited from hosting the Lions Jersey Exchange at this time. We hope to get back with a rescheduled date soon. Our sincerest apologies. For more information, please call us at 248-566-7200 or email us at info@gloveragency.com.”
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Lions fans were going to have the opportunity to wear a brand new, on-field replica jersey bearing the name of a player that was currently on the team instead of paying homage to an opponent that is looking to eliminate their hometown team from the playoffs.

“While I can appreciate what Stafford has done for our city, as a fan myself, it drives me crazy to see so many Stafford jerseys still being worn by fans at our own games,” said Glover. “Imagine how you’d feel if you were our quarterback, looking out into the seats of Ford Field and seeing another QB’s jersey on hundreds, if not thousands of fans, especially one who’s still in the league and now competing against us!”

Before the event’s cancellation, Glover wanted to give fans who returned their gently used, freshly washed Stafford jerseys in exchange for a Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, or Aidan Hutchinson jersey.

“I purchased mostly Goff jerseys because we need to get behind the QB that is poised to take us all the way, and it just seemed right to trade QB for QB, although the first few hundred fans will get to pick from one of the three,” Glover said.

Glover continued:

“Since Stafford no longer plays in Detroit, my feeling was to get the traded-in jersey into the hands of those that would appreciate wearing their quarterback’s name on their back, assuming they are fans of the LA Rams. If they are not fans, I hope it at least makes someone’s day or night a little bit more comfortable.”

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Detroit takes home win streak into matchup with Golden State

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7 hours ago

January 9, 2025

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Detroit takes home win streak into matchup with Golden State

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Golden State Warriors (18-18, ninth in the Western Conference) vs. Detroit Pistons (19-18, eighth in the Eastern Conference)

Detroit; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST

BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pistons -3; over/under is 219.5

BOTTOM LINE: Detroit hosts Golden State aiming to extend its four-game home winning streak.

The Pistons are 9-8 on their home court. Detroit is 8-12 against opponents with a winning record.

The Warriors have gone 8-8 away from home. Golden State has a 1-3 record in one-possession games.

The Pistons score 112.0 points per game, 0.9 more points than the 111.1 the Warriors allow. The Warriors average 111.8 points per game, 1.5 fewer than the 113.3 the Pistons give up to opponents.

TOP PERFORMERS: Cade Cunningham is averaging 24 points, 6.6 rebounds and 9.3 assists for the Pistons.

Dennis Schroder is averaging 15.5 points and six assists for the Warriors.

LAST 10 GAMES: Pistons: 8-2, averaging 115.7 points, 43.0 rebounds, 26.0 assists, 9.9 steals and 4.7 blocks per game while shooting 47.8% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 112.0 points per game.

Warriors: 4-6, averaging 108.4 points, 44.3 rebounds, 27.8 assists, 8.2 steals and 6.0 blocks per game while shooting 44.4% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 111.0 points.

INJURIES: Pistons: Jaden Ivey: out (leg), Ausar Thompson: day to day (illness).

Warriors: Dennis Schroder: day to day (hip), Brandin Podziemski: out (abdominal), Stephen Curry: day to day (knee), Gary Payton II: out (calf), Moses Moody: day to day (knee), Jonathan Kuminga: out (ankle), Draymond Green: day to day (ankle).

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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Wayne State University employee fatally struck by vehicle while walking in Detroit

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15 hours ago

January 8, 2025

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Wayne State University employee fatally struck by vehicle while walking in Detroit

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(CBS DETROIT) – A Wayne State University employee has died after they were struck by a vehicle while walking in Detroit Wednesday morning.

The incident happened at about 8:41 a.m. in the area of Woodward and Warren avenues.

Detroit police say two vehicles were involved in a crash and one of the cars hit the employee. The employee was pronounced dead at the scene.

The crash is under investigation.

The university says it is offering counseling and psychological services for staff. Services are also available to students.

“We are connecting with our colleague’s loved ones, with whom we are sharing our heartfelt condolences. Please continue to support and care for one another across our community during this difficult time,” university President Kimberly Espy said in a statement.

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DeJanay Booth-Singleton is a digital producer at CBS Detroit. She covers various topics such as crime, business and politics.

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Japanese Breakfast announce 2025 tour with shows in Chicago, Detroit, and more

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January 8, 2025

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Japanese Breakfast announce 2025 tour with shows in Chicago, Detroit, and more

Japanese Breakfast’s 2025 tour begins shortly after the release of their fourth studio album, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women).” Get tickets to see them live at Michigan’s The Fillmore Detroit on Saturday, May 3.

Shop on SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, StubHub, and Ticketmaster when ticket sales go live this Friday.

Japanese Breakfast performing on day two of the inaugural Adjacent Music Festival in Atlantic City, New Jersey on Sunday, May 28, 2023.Al Mannarino | For NJ Advance Me

Indie band Japanese Breakfast have announced a 2025 tour route beginning this April in Austin, Texas, right after appearing at this year’s Coachella. The trek comes in support of the band’s forthcoming album — “For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)” featuring the new single, “Orlando in Love” — expected to be released March 21. Their first outing since the 2021 through 2022 “Jubilee Tour,” this recently announced tour includes concerts at Salt Shed Chicago, The Fillmore Detroit, MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Brooklyn Paramount, the Santa Barbara Bowl, and more between April 23 and September 9.

Tickets to Japanese Breakfast’s “The Melancholy Tour” will be available to the general public this Friday, January 10 at 10 a.m. local time.