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The April 16, 2026, episode of Michigan Insider kicks off with host Paula Pan welcoming listeners to a Thursday packed with Michigan athletics updates. She covers a wide range of topics, from the cancellation of in-state softball and baseball games due to inclement weather to upcoming spring matchups, including the highly anticipated Maize vs. Blue spring scrimmage and Michigan’s road trip to Wisconsin for softball. The show highlights key player developments, such as Yaxl Lindenborg’s NBA draft decision and projected top-10 pick status, Matthew Mania’s transfer to RIT, and Silas Swords’ return to the women’s basketball team. The Detroit Tigers’ five-game winning streak is celebrated, with standout performances from Jack Flaherty and rookie Winsale Perez, while the Red Wings’ devastating 8-1 loss to the Florida Panthers underscores a season of frustration and identity crisis. The episode also features sharp criticism of the Tigers’ recent $150 million extension to Kevin McGonigal, contrasted with their failure to retain star pitcher Terrence Goobel. The segment closes with a promotional plug for the Full Send Podcast and a financial commentary on savings yields amid inflation.