Harlon Barnett addresses Michigan State’s move to fire Mel Tucker, response to blowout loss

EAST LANSING – Harlon Barnett received notice from athletic director Alan Haller on Sunday, relaying his intent to speak with the team. The Michigan State acting head coach said he didn’t know the purpose of the meeting and simply stated his desire it come after practice. Haller then informed the players at noon on Monday of the university’s intent to fire suspended coach Mel Tucker, before meeting separately with the staff. “I’d rather not for any news to come to the guys like that,” Barnett said Tuesday, “but let’s just...