Brock and Salk

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

After the Maxx Crosby trade was voided yesterday, Brock and Salk discuss again if they are still interested in the Seahawks trading for the star pass rusher and what they would be willing to give up. They then dive in further to the Cal Raleigh-Randy Arozarena situation and praise Cal for defusing the situation in the way that he did. In Blue 88, topics include if there will still be question marks around Sam Darnold next year, the possibility of Rachaad White to the Seahawks and why Riq Woolen in Philadelphia is the perfect boom or bust situation for the Eagles.

Salk starts the show by reacting to the comments made by Mark DeRosa who already believed Team USA had punched their ticket to the quarterfinals, only to be wrong about it and have Team USA now relying on the results of the Italy vs Mexico game after losing last night. Then, they re-air their interview with Chris Canty of ESPN Radio in which they discuss NFL free agency, the Seahawks letting Ken Walker leave to go to Kansas City and much more.

We hear Dan Wilson's reaction to the Cal Raleigh Randy Arozarena siutation from the WBC game last night. He doesn't say it was a joke or no big deal but instead chalks it up to their competitive nature. Then, Dave Wyman joins us from M's spring training to discuss which players he's looking forward to talking with and why he was a bit surprised the Seahawks were willing to pay Rashid Shaheed but not Ken Walker.

Brock and Salk debate more about the Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena situation at the WBC and if Arozarena was joking or not. Then, they welcome on Chris Canty of ESPN radio to get his thoughts on the Seahawks first day of free agency, letting Ken Walker leave and much more.

Brock and Salk dive into the Seahawks bringing back both Rashid Shaheed and Josh Jobe on the first day of NFL free agency and the importance that each of those two players bring to the team. They also debate paying a wide receiver versus a running back on a run-first team as the Seahawks paid Shaheed and let Ken Walker leave for Kansas City. In Blue 88, Brock takes a look at which free agent signing could be most beneficial long term for the Seahawks, whether or not the Seahawks overpaid for Rashid Shaheed and what the Seahawks have in common with a few other competitive NFL teams.

Salk opens the show by trying to figure out what to make of the Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena debacle in the WBC yesterday after Raleigh didn't shake Arozarena's hand. Afterwards, they react to some station sound in regards to the Seahawks in free agency and bringing back Rashid Shaheed and letting Ken Walker move on and sign with the Chiefs.

NFL free agency gets underway. We discuss Alec Pierce getting a big deal with the Colts and whether we use that to figure out Rashid Shaheed's range. Then, we discuss the breaking news that Ken Walker signed with the Kansas City Chiefs and the Rams spent big money on another CB.

Brock and Salk talk through the level of importance of the WBC and what the significance of the tournament is. They then rank how they view the importance of the positions of need for the Seahawks as the NFL enters the free agency period. They also throw some names out there across the league for the Seahawks to potentially watch for.

Brock and Salk speculate on what the Seahawks could do on day one of the NFL free agency period, including the possibilities of retaining their own guys and who they could look to on the open market. They then debate the idea of the Seahawks trading for Jalen Carter with the Seahawks being linked to him in a trade rumor over the weekend. In Blue 88, topics include Uchenna Nwosu, something to consider about top tier NFL free agents and Demond Williams.

NFL free agency begins today and Salk opens the show by discussing what moves we could see the Seahawks make or not make when it comes to their own players that are set to be free agents. Later, the group goes Around The Weekend with a handful of NFL storylines and headlines from the World Baseball Classic.

Bookie Gates of Baseball Beyond Borders joins us to discuss the HBCU Seattle series going on thsi weekend. Then, in Need to Know, we dicuss the Seahawks re-signing Drake Thomas, James Palmer reporting that the Seahawks were in the mix for WR D.J. Moore, the M's losing 27-6 and other spring training notes, and the NHL trade deadline coming up this afternoon. Plus, we take your calls, as we do every Friday.

Brock and Salk react to some of the best sound throughout the week from their guests as they go through "For You In Review". Then, Gee Scott stops in for his weekly appearance.

Brock and Salk look at the DJ Moore trade to the Bills and discuss what the Seahawks can learn from that, and also look at a chart dissecting the most expensive wide receiver rooms in the NFL. They also react to some sound from Seahawks GM John Schneider in which he dives in on a bunch of the Seahawks that are set to enter free agency and what their plan will be moving forward. In Blue 88, topics include the value of this NFL Draft, how Mike Macdonald has helped sharpen John Schneider and and a Jamal Adams tweet that highlights what the old Seahawks guard did not grasp the way that the new wave of players has.

Salk believes that the Mariners lineup is really set up well to play to the strength of its players, which is why we will likely see them use some platoons. Afterwards, they re-air their conversation with Adam Jude of The Seattle Times in which he breaks down him catching Andres Munoz, Mariners X-factors for 2026 and a lot more.

Brock gave Salk homework to come up with a few things new M's fans should watch for this spring. We discuss that and then we take your calls on which free agent you absolutely want the Sehawks to keep and why.

The hour starts with funny listener voicemails for Here's The Thing. Then, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times joins the show to share the story of him catching Andres Munoz, along with what has jumped out to him at Spring Training, players that will be X-factors and more.

Brock and Salk look at the list of Seahawks that could be set to leave in free agency, and mention that while it may be the right decision, it's still never fun. They then go Around The NFL with stories from Alex Guerrero, Stefon Diggs, Aaron Rodgers and much more. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on something he wants to correct from the afternoon show, one of the most intriguing offensive line prospects in this NFL Draft and what stands out from past Seahawks free agents that have left and how they've performed elsewhere.

Salk opens the show talking about a little bit of hockey and how the Kraken could approach the NHL trade deadline. Later, they re-air their conversation with Jeremy Fowler of ESPN to discuss Maxx Crosby, NFL free agency and much more.

The Rams gave up a lot to trade for Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie. Brock says it highlight how weak this draft class is. Then, we take your calls on whether you want the Seahawks to trade for Maxx Crosby and how much the Seahawks should be willing to give up for him.

Brock and Salk look at the two round mock draft from Jordan Reid of ESPN and dive into who could fit what the team needs in this NFL Draft. Then, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN joins the show to get his insight on Maxx Crosby, NFL free agency, potential fits for the Seahawks and more.

Brock and Salk talk through the Seahawks deciding to let Ken Walker go to free agency and how they could pivot as a result if he truly leaves. They also look back at Scott Servais' time in Seattle and how he helped set the foundation for the culture that the team now has. In Blue 88, topics include another player at the NFL Combine who had a Seahawks feel to them, an interesting Kyler Murray quote and Russell Wilson showing some authenticity.

Salk discusses the Cardinals letting go of Kyler Murray and the Seahawks reportedly offering Von Miller a contract at some point last offseason. Later, they re-air their interview with Jason Horowitz, the radio broadcaster for the Raiders, to dive in on Maxx Crosby, what a potential trade for him could look like, Pete Carroll and more.

Salk shares a first time ever exeperience on the golf course. Then, Shannon Drayer joins us to discuss Bryce Miller's injury, JP Crawford in the lineup today, and who benefits most from guys being gone for the WBC. Plus, we talk how to classify cheesecake, starch madness and wearing hats in restaurants in Answer the Question Jerk.

Brock and Salk go through an article written by Cespedes Family BBQ in which they evaluate the players in each organization that are age 26 or younger and rank all 30 franchises as a result. The Mariners fared very well. After that, Raiders radio broadcaster Jason Horowitz joins the show to share his insight on Maxx Crosby, Pete Carroll's time in Vegas and more.

Brock and Salk debate if the Seahawks should be willing to give up a similar trade for Maxx Crosby the same way that the Packers gave up for Micah Parsons. They then rank the six Seahawks set to become free agents in terms of importance that the team brings them back. In Blue 88, Brock takes a look at some Mike Macdonald sound on AJ Barner, the most signable Seahawks free agent this week and how the local Seattle prospects fared at the NFL Combine.

Salk reacts to their interview with Brian Nemhauser from yesterday in which he floats both a Maxx Crosby trade and the package it could cost. He isn't quite sold given the trade package that was thrown out there. Later, they re-air their interview with Hawkblogger in which he dives into Crosby, the NFL Combine and much more.

We discuss Brian Nemhauser's proposal for a Maxx Crosby trade and whether the Seahawks should consider giving up that much. Then, we have some fun with Shannon Drayer's report that Logan Gilbert is trying out more new pitches now that Cal Raleigh is away at the WBC and can't stop him. Plus, we discuss a first 4 years side by side comp between Julio Rodriguez and Barry Bonds that has been polarizing on social media.

Brock and Salk debate how the Seahawks could address the running back position if they do not bring back Ken Walker. One name was David Montgomery, but he was traded mid-segment. They then bring on Brian Nemhauser (aka Hawkblogger) to get his insight on his time at the NFL Combine,the potential of a Maxx Crosby trade and much more.

Brock and Salk discuss if the 2026 Mariners are better than the 2025 Mariners after a friend asked Salk this question over the weekened. They then talk with Mariners pitching prospect Ryan Sloan. In Blue 88, topics include how the NFL took a page from college football, what is most unique about this year's NFL Draft class and a few prospects that sound like Seahawks.

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Brock & Salk give us a few more tidbits from their time down in Peoria, one of which was the fear of having your players in the WBC and risking possible injury prior to the start of the season. // Need to Know: The Mariners bats showed up yesterday in their win over the Guardians with Julio, Randy, and Colt Emerson giving us run production, the team grades were leaked for the NFL teams, how did the Seahawks rank? The Kraken were once again beat badly on the ice. // Mariners Hitting Coach Kevin Seitzer joins the show to talk about what he liked during his first season with the Mariners, how smooth his transition was coming to Seattle and gelling with the guys, how special Cal Raleigh’s 2025 season was, and what he looks for when watching his hitter. // The guys give us their final takeaways on their last day down in the sun at Mariners spring training

The guys are joined by Colin Paisley, the original producer of the show and reminisce on his time working the show and share some laughs from some stories from back in the day // Need to Know: The Mariners bats showed up yesterday in their win over the Guardians with Julio, Randy, and Colt Emerson giving us run production, the team grades were leaked for the NFL teams, how did the Seahawks rank? The Kraken were once again beat badly on the ice. // Mariners General Manager Justin Hollander joins the show to talk about what he loves about spring training, he explains the model the organization uses to draft, trade, and develop players, on the importance of getting to know a player before giving them a contract, how some of the young prospects are developing, and on his World Series expectations.