Updated May 7, 2026, 3:29 p.m. ET
Pat Caputo, a longtime Metro Detroit sports columnist and sports radio personality, has died at the age of 67, his family announced via social media Thursday.
Caputo, who worked for 97.1 The Ticket since the early 2000s and was a contributor on WJBK-TV (Channel 2), revealed in January that he was battling Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. In his post in January, Caputo said his diagnosis was “commonly referred to as a ‘death sentence.'” He also described it as “sudden.”
About three weeks after revealing his cancer diagnosis, Caputo showed appreciation for the support he received: “Your prayers, support and kind words truly have lifted my spirits during this difficult time,” Caputo posted Jan. 28. “I read each comment on X and Facebook and it warmed my heart and made me realize that I am blessed. Thank you so very, very much. God bless.”
Previously a columnist for the Oakland Press from 1983-2020, Caputo covered multiple teams throughout his career, including the Lions and Tigers. He attended Birmingham Groves High School and later Michigan State University.
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