Brock and Salk

<p>Charlie Furbush and Mike Lefko discuss<strong> </strong>this lineup being more complete this year. Julio and Cal struggled at the plate last night but we don't see that lasting very long. How about Cole Young? Then, Shannon Drayer joins us to discuss the overall atmosphere of opening night, Logan Gilbert's pitch mix, Jose Ferrer's debut, Dom Canzone's power and how ABS impacts the team.</p>

<p>Charlie Furbush and Mike Lefko discuss whether there is any reason to be concerned that the M's scored all four runs via HR and struggled to get traffic on the bases last night. Then, we dig into the M's not using any ABS challenges and how they may need to adjust to this new option. Plus, Lefko asks Charlie 3 baseball questions in an MLB edition of Blue 88.</p>

<p>Charlie Furbush and Mike Lefko discuss the excitement of the M's opening night despite the loss. Then, In <em>Need to Know</em>, we dicuss Brendan Donovan hitting a HR in his first AB, the M's planning to move Sep 9th evening game to day game to accommodate Seahawks season opener, March Madness results from last night, how the rest of the AL West fared and the Kraken winning in overtime. Plus, we hear from Justin Hollander in <em>The Rewind.</em></p>

<p>Kevin Seitzer joins Mike Salk and Ryan Divish to discuss Brendan Donovan and Rob Refsnyder living in the batting cages this spring, why he thinks Julio has found his identity as a hitter and what he learned from Josh Naylor. Then, we let Ryan Divsh field your calls on the Mariners.</p>

<p>The hour starts with the No. 1 Most Intriguing Mariner as the countdown of his list concludes. No shock, it;'s Julio Rodriguez. Later, Mariners GM Justin Hollander joins the show to discuss what he's excited for in terms of the season starting, who jumped out to him at Spring Training and plenty more.</p>

<p>Salk and Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times discuss why this Mariners team is in as good a spot as ever. Then, Gregg Greene (Mariners Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications) joins the show to explain where fans can now watch the Mariners on TV as the team enters the new season. Salk and Divish conclude the hour with a baseball version of Blue 88, with topics including the effect of the Mariners now having a true leadoff hitter, when we will see Colt Emerson get called up and how Dan Wilson will deploy his bench this season.</p>

<p>It's Opening Day with the Mariners ready to set sail, and Salk gets everyone ready for the start of the season. Then, they re-air their conversation with Jeff Passan of ESPN to get his predictions for the Mariners in 2026, Cal and Julio and much more.</p>

<p>Shannon Drayer and Mike Salk react to Jeff Passan's optimism for the Mariners and Julio rodriguez this year. Then, Salk asks Shannon some rapid fire Mariners questions and she helps him crown this week's Trash Takes winner.</p>

<p>Salk and Shannon Drayer go through the No. 2 Most Intriguing Mariner on Salk's list, as he continues to count down the top ten. Today, it's Cal Raleigh. Later, jeff Passan of ESPN joins the show for his weekly appearance in which he previews the 2026 Mariners, describes why he is so high on them, expectations for Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez and much more.</p>

<p>Salk and Shannon Drayer go through all of her final Spring Training takeaways as she's returned from Arizona. Afterwards, they dive in on how the Mariners handle lofty expectations, as it's a place that they really haven't been in before. For Blue 88, Brian Nemhauser (Hawkblogger) stops by, with topics including if the Seahawks will be as good on paper in 2026 as they were in 2025, what sets JSN apart from other wide receivers and what the Seahawks need to target in the draft.</p>

<p>Salk shouts out the listeners to start the show for a couple different reasons and also mentions a couple questions from the text line. They also re-air their interview with Michael Ginnitti of Spotrac to get his analysis on the JSN extension and more. Then, he reacts to sound from some national NFL media who believe the Seahawks won't be the NFC West favorites in 2026 and he fully disagrees.</p>

<p>Salk admits that the Seahawks spending so much at WR makes him a little nervous about locking up D-line pieces next year. Then, we debate whether it would be worth moving up in the draft for a guy that Brian Baldinger and Daniel Jeremiah are raving about. Then, we discuss potato preferences, weird sports superstitions, and who our big voice guy is in Answer the Question Jerk.</p>

<p>Salk goes through his No. 3 Most Intriguing Mariners as he continues to count down his top ten ahead of Opening Day, with today being Josh Naylor. He then reacts to some sound from Aaron Goldsmith in which he believes the starting pitching depth is the thinnest part of the Mariners team. Does he agree? Or is it the bullpen depth? The hour concludes with Buy Or Sell, featuring a variety of Seahawks and Mariners topics.</p>

<p>The Mariners are being picked to win the American League across many outlets heading into the year, and Salk discusses how different this is for them. They then bring on Michael Ginnitti of Spotrac to get his insight on the details of the JSN extension and the ripple effect that could have on future Seahawks contracts. In Blue 88, Michael Bumpus calls in to dive into the amount of money the Seahawks have spent on their WR room this offseason, what the reaction in the building will be to JSN's extension and who should be the Seahawks next priority (aside from Devon Witherspoon).</p>

<p>Salk explains why Seattle is really feeling like a complete sports town with all of the different storylines around town in the sports world. Then, they re-air their conversation with Brady Henderson of ESPN to get all of his insight on the JSN extension with the Seahawks.</p>

<p>Steve Wyche joins Mike Salk to discuss the Seahawks extending Jaxon Smith-Njigba, his thoughts on their overall offseason and the difference in Seattle's approach with this JSN deal. Then, Brady Henderson gives his thoughts on the new JSN deal, how much the Seahawks are spending at WR, what comes next with a potential Devon Witherspoon deal and if another Seahawk could get extended this offseason.</p>

<p>Gee Scott stops by the show to start the hour to share his takeaways with Salk on the extension for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and why he is so excited about it. Later, Mariners broadcaster Aaron Goldsmith joins to discuss his time at Spring Training and what he learned, Mariners X-factors for 2026, Cal Raleigh and plenty more.</p>

<p>Salk further discusses the Seahawks extending Jaxon Smith-Njigba and why this signals that the Seahawks have had a clear plan for this offseason. He then goes through the No. 4 Most Intriguing Mariner, as he counts down his Top 10, in Colt Emerson. In Blue 88, Bryan Walters joins the show to diive in on the JSN extension, what makes JSN so great and if there is any concern to the Seahawks not bringing in many marquee names from the outside so far this offseason.</p>

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<p>We react to some of what our favorite guests (Ross Tucker, Adam Amin, and Field Yates) had to say in For You-In Review. In Need to Know, we discuss Logan Gilbert being named the starter for opening day, John Schneider discussing where the Seahakws are at in the free agency process, the Kraken's loss to Nashville and Hillary Knight saying she wants to play for the Torrent for 2 more years. Plus, we take your phone calls, as we do every Friday.</p>

<p>Salk goes through his No. 5 most intriguing Mariner as he counts down his top ten, as he highlights Bryan Woo. Then, Gee Scott stops in for his weekly appearance.</p>

<p>The Mariners Spring Breakout Game is today and Salk highlights how great the Mariners farm system is and also that this is why you rebuild back when they did. Afterwards, Kraken broadcaster John Forslund joins the show to discuss all things Kraken and their current play. In Blue 88, topics include the potential of taking a running back in the first round, why the Rams are so whiny and who the Seahawks biggest threat in the NFC West is.</p>

<p>Salk explains why baseball is in such a good spot, despite what many like to say, and uses the WBC numbers as reasoning. Then, they re-air their conversation with Chris Egan Of KING 5 to discuss a wide variety of Seattle sports topics.</p>

<p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">We discuss some RB names from the draft that Field Yates brought up yesterday and Brock gives his thoughts on his favorite fits. Gilbert Arenas thinks Seattle will struggle with rejoining the NBA becuase they are a small market and there isn't enough money here. We dicuss how wrong he is. Plus, Salk crowns a new Trash Takes winner.</span></p>

<p>The hour starts with funny listener voicemails for Here's The Thing. Later, Chris Egan of KING 5 joins the show to discuss a variety of Seattle sports topics.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk discuss if they are surprised by the lack of name brands the Seahawks have brought in so far and the potential price of a trade for Maxx Crosby or De'Von Achane. They then go through the No. 6 player on their most intriguing Mariners list, counting down from 10 to 1, this time highlighting Randy Arozarena. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on the increased trade activity in the NFL, the NFL flexing their officials union and how the Seahawks chase margins in a way that their peers don't.</p>

<p>Salk wonders how the Mariners will replace some of their home runs from 2025 and ponders what a reasonable expectation for Cal Raleigh is this season. Later, they re-air their conversation with Field Yates of ESPN to discuss the Seahawks, their potential targets in the NFL Draft, the possibilities of the team trading for Maxx Crosby or De'Von Achane and more.</p>

<p><span style="margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 1em; font-family: Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">We discuss Shannon Drayer's report that JP Crawford is back from his visit to Texas to have his shoulder looked at and the news is good. Then, ESPN draft analyst Field Yates joins us to discuss whether this draft is as weak as everyone says, who he likes at pick 32 for the Seahawks, whether they could trade out of the first round and if Maxx Crosby or De’Von Achane could be trade options for Seattle.</span></p>

<p>Salk and Maura rank their favorite Mariners food items after the tasting event they attended yesterday. Later, they go Around The NFL with storylines from Maxx Crosby, Justin Fields, Jared Verse talking about the Seahawks offensive line and much more.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk share the things that jumped out to them in the WBC as the tournament comes to a close. They then dissect their No. 6 most intriguing Mariner, as they continue to count down their top ten, in Brendan Donovan. In Blue 88, topics include some remaining free agent fits for the Seahawks, another Seahawks objective for 2026 and a tidbit that Brock had never heard before.</p>

<p>The World Baseball Classic concludes with Venezuela taking down the USA and Salk shares his thoughts on the finale. Then, they re-air their conversation with Adam Amin of FOX Sports to discuss the WBC, the Sonics set to return to Seattle and plenty more.</p>

<p>We discuss the news that JP Crawford will see a doctor in Texas to make sure they "are on track" with his shoulder injury. The reports are the the concern level is low but what is the plan if he can't start the season? Then, we reflect on the Super Sonics departure and how much the sports landscape in Seattle has changed since then.</p>

<p>The hour starts with a round of Which Is Better, featuring a variety of sports and non-sports topics. Later, Adam Amin of FOX Sports joins the show to discuss the WBC, the Sonics nearing a return to Seattle and plenty more.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk discuss how amazing it will be for the city of Seattle to see the Sonics return and also dissect how the feeling will be different for each different age group. They then highlight their No. 8 most intriguing Mariners as they countdown their top ten, this time being Logan Gilbert. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on minimized tight end value in today's game, takeaways from UW's pro day and what the 49ers and Rams have done so far in free agency that the Seahawks haven't.</p>

<p>The Sonics are on the verge of returning to Seattle and Salk reacts to the news and what a big deal this could be for Seattle. Then, they re-air their conversation with NFL reporter Ross Tucker on the Seahawks Super Bowl run, the Seahawks offseason so far and much more.</p>

<p>We discuss Ross Tucker's comments on the biggest overarching trends in the NFL last year and how the Seahawks had some influence over them. Then, M's insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to discuss the latest on JP Crawford and Bryce Miller's injuries, and the atmosphere around the team when it comes to the Randy Arozarena Cal Raleigh situation.</p>

<p>We discuss Ross Tucker's comments on the biggest overarching trends in the NFL last year and how the Seahawks had some influence over them. Then, M's insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to discuss the latest on JP Crawford and Bryce Miller's injuries, and the atmosphere around the team when it comes to the Randy Arozarena Cal Raleigh situation.</p>

<p>Randy Arozarena released a statement over the weekend regarding the WBC drama with Cal Raleigh, but he didn't still fully put the situation to bed. So Brock and Salk wonder if Arozarena is unhappy and why that may be. Later, Ross Tucker of the Ross Tucker Podcast joins the show to share his insight on the Seahawks postseason run, how they've addressed the offseason so far, Jalen Carter and much more.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk discuss the different playstyles from different countries in the WBC and react to some sound from Bryce Harper on the subject as well. They then get into to their Most Intriguing Mariners, today at No. 9 on their list. In Blue 88, topics include the most intriguing Seahawk of the players they have so far brought in during free agency, a unique talking point that Mike Macdonald once made to John Harbaugh and what Jedd Fisch is doing best during his UW tenure.</p>

<p>A terrible call ended the WBC semifinal between the USA and Dominican Republic and Salk admits to the need for the challenge system in baseball because of calls like that. Later, the group goes Around The Weekend between stories from the WBC, the Mariners and more.</p>

<p>The Groz joins the show to talk about his upcoming Magic of Hope Gala and Auction to raise funds for Parkinson's research, education and support. Then, in Need to Know, we discuss Mark DeRosa denying being confused about whether team USA had already advanced in the WBC, the Seahawks adding a running back and safety, and the Kraken's loss to the Avalanche. Plus, we take your calls, as we do every Friday.</p>

<p>The hour starts by listening back to some sound from the best interviews of the week during For You In Review. Later, Gee Scott stops by for his weekly appearance.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk wonder what will happen when Randy Arozarena returns to Mariners Spring Training and if his drama will Cal Raleigh will start to settle down. They then dive into their Most Intriguing Mariners list, beginning with No. 10. In Blue 88, topics include the attributes that the new Seahawks signees share, what stands out about the 2026 Seahawks coaching staff and how the new income tax could have an impact on the Seahawks.</p>

<p>Salk starts the showing by reading through some Apple Podcast reviews and talks a little bit more about the Randy Arozarena-Cal Raleigh drama. Then, they re-air their conversation with former Seahawks defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins to get his thoughts on what he's doing post-career, Demarcus Lawrence and much more.</p>

<p>Salk has a chart from an analyst that predicts a big dropoff in points for the Seahawks in 2026. We discuss why that could be flawed. Then, Bob Stelton joins the show from Peoria to discuss why he loves Brendan Donovan so much, who has stood out at spring training so far, and how he feels about the Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena situation.</p>

<p>The hour starts with a bunch of funny listener voicemails for Here's The Thing.  Later, former Seahawks defensive lineman Jonathan Hankins joins the show about what he's up to, his interest in media, what made the 2025 Seahawks great, Demarcus Lawrence and plenty more.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk discuss why Randy Arozarena declined to speak to the media and put an end to the drama with Cal Raleigh. They then go Around The NFL with storylines from Geno Smith, Kyler Murray, Kirk Cousins and more. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on the Seahawks losing out on one of their running back targets, a crazy stat about first round QB's and how the Seahawks are much different than their NFC West peers for 2026.</p>

<p>Randy Arozarena declined to speak to the media about his incident with Cal Raleigh and Salk reacts to it all to open the show. Afterwards, they re-air their conversation with former Mariners pitcher Aaron Sele on what he's been up to post-career, what stands out to him about the 2026 Mariners and much more.</p>

<p>We react to something that struck Brock from our conversation with Chris Canty yesterday about NFL team's being more reactionary than ever before. Then, we discuss whether we will hear from Randy Arozarena today and if the situation with Cal and Randy is resolved. Plus, Salk crowns a new Trash Takes winner.</p>

<p>Brock and Salk debate as to whether the Seahawks should consdier trading for Jalen Carter from the Eagles and if the risk is worth the reward. After that, they welcome on former Mariners pitcher Aaron Sele to get his thoughts on the current Mariners team, his playing career and more.</p>