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Rachel Hopmayer
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One woman sports department, raised in Titletown, otherwise cat lady
There’s a world of overlap out there between corporate lingo and gen z terms that spooks me
August 22, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Campbell says SNF game at Houston last year is a big reason why he wanted #Lions to have joint practice w Texans this year. “Young talented guys, they love ball … a lot of guys over there, Brad and I like now, too.”

Repeats immense respect for what DeMeco Ryans is building.
August 21, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Trey Augustine had so much time on his hands this summer, he golfed twice a week. Without another medal to chase, he’s purely focused on unfinished business with the Spartans — and he says this year’s team will be known for their skill. www.cbsnews.com/detroit/vide...
One-on-one with Detroit Red Wings goalie prospect Trey Augustine
CBS News Detroit sports reporter Rachel Hopmayer sits down with Detroit Red Wings goalie prospect and Michigan State star goalie Trey Augustine.
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August 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Campbell on impending cuts around the corner: “my mind’s not made up — we’re gonna take it down to the wire.”

“Today’s pretty significant” if you’re a “late climber,” aka the #Lions are still truly evaluating what’s open vs not.
August 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
You’ve heard of Tight End University… but most of the NFL’s best specialists have been quietly linking up for five years now, thanks to former NFL kicker Nick Novak. #Lions trio anchored their offseason training together at his “Pro Week” — pics and more in my story: www.cbsnews.com/detroit/vide...
Detroit Lions snap-hold-kick trio builds on and off field at position camp
Former NFL placekicker Nick Novak hosts an annual pro week for the league's best specialists.
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August 20, 2025 at 12:20 PM
I’d like to talk (a lot) more about Fedorov’s C4 Corvette featured in the Red Wings #retire91 announcement. What’s the local lore here? Where is it now?

Notably, it dons the Dark Red Metallic paint instead of Bright Red Metallic that was closer to Red Wings Red.
August 19, 2025 at 8:12 PM
We’re somehow halfway through the #Lions exceptionally long training camp this year, so Dan Campbell and I went 1-on-1 to discuss starting linemen, how the playbook is made, his “pups” that make his job easier, and his passion for violence.

Watch here: www.cbsnews.com/detroit/vide...
One-on-one with Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell
Entering his fifth season as the Lions' head coach, Dan Campbell sat down with CBS News Detroit's Rachel Hopmayer to discuss the upcoming season, bringing new rookies to the team and Morice Norris's ...
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August 16, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Grace Wang is a true athlete: insanely disciplined, admirably driven. Qualifying for her first U.S. Women’s Amateur while interning full time for @Nike/@Converse? Relief and reward for the @UMichWGolf junior.

Caught her at Weisfeld on her one day home: www.cbsnews.com/detroit/vide...
Michigan figure skater turns attention to golf, making USGA Championship debut
A decorated figure skater from Rochester Hills, Michigan, is now spending less time on the ice and more time on the golf course, climbing the ranks among women golfers.
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August 1, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Reposted by Rachel Hopmayer
This was Vin Scully's call of Henry Aaron's 715th home run. Tonight Major League Baseball cut off the first sentence, starting it with the "What a marvelous moment" part because they don't want to anger the white supremacists who run our country and of whom Rob Manfred is an ardent supporter.
July 16, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Inbox: NFLPA, NHLPA, MLBPA, NBPA and MLSPA urge Congress "to reject any antitrust exemption or legal liability shield from legislation regulating college athletics," saying SCORE Act will permit collusion and continue historic denial of fair compensation for student athletes
July 14, 2025 at 9:21 PM
....hey........
July 8, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Oshie choked back tears in his emotional retirement announcement at the Georgetown waterfront. Great live production by Monumental to honor an American hockey hero and Caps identity pillar. Even cooler to do this publicly for fans to see and hear it all.
June 9, 2025 at 9:58 PM
#Lions Kerby Joseph and Khalil Shakir experienced their first NASCAR race yesterday… and I got to tag along on the fun www.instagram.com/reel/DKsSDQY...
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June 9, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Erik Jones is all grown up.

I spent MIS week following the Byron Bandit around as he embraces not only fresh perspectives on and off the track, but the new and old in his journey to stay true to himself. www.cbsnews.com/detroit/vide...
NASCAR driver, Michigan native Erik Jones embracing life on and off the track
The one week of the season that Erik Jones gets to race in his home state, the 29-year-old driver for the No. 43 Toyota made time for not only another race, but to chat with CBS Detroit sports anchor ...
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June 9, 2025 at 12:39 PM
#IMSA Porsche Penske comes home to #DetroitGP undefeated so far. My sit down with the No. 6 and 7 drivers on internal pressure, leveling up from last year’s title, and being on the brink of history: www.cbsnews.com/detroit/vide...
Team Porshe Penske drivers share how pressure fuels everyone at Detroit Grand Prix
All eyes are on team Porsche Penske Motorsport this weekend as it looks to earn its fourth straight top-two finish at the Detroit Grand Prix.
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May 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Herta with his second consecutive pole at #DetroitGP
May 31, 2025 at 5:53 PM
At IMSA practice, Cadillac (No. 31 Whelen) and Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports (No. 3) earn fastest of the day so far. Hometown showdown!
May 30, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Feels so good to be back on the paddock 😃😃😃 #DetroitGP

My convos with Penske, Palou, Power, Dixon and more tonight on @cbsdetroit.bsky.social
May 29, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Detroit GP week is here 🥳🥳🥳🥳

I’ve got some stuff up my sleeve but I always ask because I care: what are you interested in?
May 29, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Monaco: 6/10
Tigers: Skubal/10
Indy: 0/10 tbh
USA: 92/10
Coca-cola: diet please
9 AM: Monaco Grand Prix
11:35 AM: Guardians-Tigers
12:45 PM: Indy 500
2:20 PM: USA vs Switzerland gold medal game
6 PM: Coca-Cola 600

Best Sunday of the year to burn your retinas out with screens all day!! Might just have to live-post through it on here
May 25, 2025 at 9:38 PM
TAGE MF USA EAGLE FREEDOM THOMPSON
May 25, 2025 at 9:36 PM
I hope Newgarden’s momentous run isn’t over with that pit stop…

Omg before I could hit send. Disaster.
May 25, 2025 at 7:43 PM
RIP 1100 round 2, very officially
May 25, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Reposted by Rachel Hopmayer
102.6 mph to end the game!!!

Tarik Skubal with not only the fastest strikeout pitch by a starting pitcher under pitch tracking (2008)

But also the fastest 9th inning (or later) pitch by a starter in that span, surpassing Justin Verlander 101.3 mph on 7/24/09
May 25, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Josef Newgarden is going to do it.
May 25, 2025 at 6:21 PM