When my girls were little, they were part of the Plymouth Whalers kids club. That meant we would attend a few games a year. They absolutely loved it. So, when the opportunity came up for them to see the Duel in the D, my family was excited. It's been such a long time since we've seen a hockey game.

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Tickets are now on sale starting at $25 for the return of college hockey to Little Caesars Arena with the annual “Duel in the D,” presented by Meijer, set for Saturday, February 11 at 8 p.m. 

The fans of Hockeytown will be treated to one of the most intense and exciting rivalries in college hockey, as the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans men’s ice hockey teams will add another chapter in their storied rivalry and clash for the “Iron D” Trophy.

The “Duel in the D” matchup features the most-played rivalry in college hockey. The game will mark the 342nd  all-time meeting between the historic programs, with Michigan currently holding a 177-138-24 edge in the all-time series.

Michigan, currently ranked No. 3 in the nation by the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine poll, has claimed the “Iron D” Trophy in each of the last five matchups at Little Caesars Arena. The two teams will square off three times this season (Dec. 9 at MSU; Dec. 10 at UM; Feb. 10 at MSU) before their final regular season matchup in the “Duel in the D.”

Both Michigan and Michigan State feature new head coaches this season – as Adam Nightingale is at the helm of the Spartans and Brandon Naurato is serving as interim head coach of the Wolverines.

“We are really looking forward to returning to Little Caesars Arena,” Naurato said. “It’s an unparalleled experience for our players and for the fans to have this rivalry, Michigan vs. Michigan State, showcased on the big stage. The Detroit Red Wings and Little Caesars Arena staff are incredible, the fans are always passionate and we can’t wait for this next edition of the rivalry.”

“Bringing a Michigan State-Michigan game to Detroit is one of the great traditions of this rivalry,” Nightingale said. “It’s a privilege to be able to play in front of our fans in southeast Michigan and playing in an NHL building creates lasting memories for our players, alumni, and fans of all ages, too.  I have had the good fortune to experience this rivalry on both as a player and member of the staff, and I am looking forward to bringing our team down to Detroit to add another chapter to this rivalry in February. We are also incredibly grateful to Ilitch Sports + Entertainment for providing us this stage.”

Channel 95.5 Jingle Ball 2022 is part of the national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capitol One, the season’s biggest annual holiday music event that captures the music and holiday spirit of the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists in Dallas/Ft. Worth; Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; Tampa and Miami/Ft. Lauderdale.

For the eighth straight year, Capital One will be the national presenting partner of the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour. Capital One cardholders will get first access to high-demand tickets and exclusive experiences through a special Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale in each city. The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale begins Tuesday, October 4 at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, October 6 at 10 a.m. local time, or while pre-sale tickets last. Pre-sale info & tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.  

“We are very excited to bring one of the biggest shows in years to Metro Detroit: Channel 95.5’s Jingle Ball,” said WKQI Program Director Tony Travatto. “Having this kind of lineup of artists on one stage will be an amazing experience for our listeners.”

Every year, Channel 95.5 Jingle Ball Presented by Capital One gives back to the community to celebrate the holiday season.  This year’s official charity is the Ryan Seacrest Foundation – $1.00 of each ticket sold will be donated to the non-profit organization, which is dedicated to inspiring today’s youth through entertainment and education-focused initiatives.  

Proud partners of this year’s national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball include presenting partner Capital One, The CW, Dunkin’, M&M’S®, Mercedes-Benz, Mucinex Fast Max®, Pfizer and BioNTech, with more to be announced. Channel 95.5 Jingle Ball 2022 is also sponsored locally by Supercuts and DraftKings.

iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the Detroit market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – with 3 billion app downloads and more than 160 million registered users.

Artists and/or event subject to change or cancellation without notice. "