Lets see...the economy in this state is struggling to an alarming degree, the Lions have had seven straight losing seasons, haven’t been to the playoffs in eight years, haven’t won a playoff game since 1991 and haven’t won a championship in more than a half-century.
So, yes, raising their ticket prices was a disgrace. This is a conservative estimate: The Lions just put another $12 million per season into owner William Clay Ford’s already bulging coffer. This wasn’t about making money, but rather how much. The Lions haven’t sold the pricey club level seats at Ford Field to the expected degree, and their marketing items aren’t exactly flying off the shelf because the team lacks charismatic players and is a loser on the field. So what they did essentially is make their most loyal fans pay for their own ineptitude by striking them where it really hurts these days - in the pocketbook.
It points to the insensitivity of Ford, an elitist totally out of touch with common people and their plight.
Contrast this with the lowering of playoff ticket prices by the Pistons and Red Wings, and you get just another example of why those organizations are so successful.
And why the Lions are not.

Random Thoughts

- Michigan State’s loss to Wisconsin was just another example of why a long tournament run shouldn’t be expected from the Spartans.

- It was a mistake by the Tigers to count on Fernando Rodney. While there are times when he is a quality major league pitcher, he lacks the durability and consistency required of a top-flight setup man or closer. Anybody surprised his arm is hurting? It’s not exactly a comforting thought the Tigers are counting so heavily on him this season.