Monday brought newcomer John Gibson's first appearance in net for the Detroit Red Wings at LCA, and it ended with a 2-1 loss to Pittsburgh.

Detroit's Tarik Skubal will be back on the mound at Progressive Field on Tuesday for the first game of the AL Wild Card Series against Cleveland. The start comes one week after the Tigers ace had a nightmare sixth inning against the Guardians.

Trajan Langdon immediately acknowledged the Detroit Pistons' improved standings when he entered the media room on Monday, Sept. 29.

The Lions defense stole the spotlight with takeaways and relentless pressure, while the offense left points on the field with miscues in the passing game.

Currently, the Lions have Amik Robertson, Khalil Dorsey, and Rock Ya-Sin as the only other corners on the roster. Brian Branch and Avonte Maddox also have taken reps at corner, primarily in the slot, during their time in the NFL and Detroit.

Jamhai Jones hit a two-run single to rally Detroit from an early deficit, and the Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox 2-1 to clinch a spot in the American League playoffs.

Reed and Arnold both exited with injuries on Sunday. If both or either misses time, the Lions might have to move some defensive pieces around yet again.

Rumors swirled that an alligator and a boa constrictor were spotted on Belle Isle. The Michigan DNR says an alligator was seen, but the boa was not.