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Full interviews from the Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain show, which airs every day from 3pm-6:30pm on 950 KJR in Seattle.

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    Rainiers Manager John Russell on Homestand, Ford, Umps, No-Hitter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 17:44


    Tacoma Rainiers Manager John Russell joins Dick Fain to discuss the team’s extra long homestand right now, Harry Ford’s development and success at the AAA level, umpires and computers calling balls and strikes, plus catching a Nolan Ryan no-hitter in 1990.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Bill Krueger joins the show to discuss, Julio Rodriguez, how pitching injuries have effected the team, and Harry Ford

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 17:16


    Bill Krueger looks back at the week that was for the Mariners, Julio Rodriguez, how pitching injuries have effected the team, why the offense is falling short, and the possibility of trading Harry Ford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joel Dahmen on US Open, Charity Tournament, The Grind on Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 11:48


    Joel Dahmen on the grind on tour, if he ever gets tired of playing, his thoughts on the US Open and the difficulty, Wyndham Clark and Roru McIlroy outburts, the PGA returning to the PNW, and his charity tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    UW Athletic Director Pat Chun on First Year, NIL System, Cutting Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 18:32


    Washington Huskies Athletic Director Pat Chun joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his first year, the new NIL system with Dawgs Unleashed and how players feel about it, schools cutting sports across the country, and a new football playoff model.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Larry Stone on Mariners, Cal Raleigh, Spending, Harry Ford Trade Value

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 21:36


    Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about if Cal Raleigh has a shot at the MVP Award, comparing Mariners between recent seasons, if spending on good players is a good idea, Harry Ford’s progression and his trade value.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Petros Papadakis on National Anthem, College Athletics, LeBron James

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 20:30


    Petros Papadakis from Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about a Spanish National Anthem at Dodger Stadium, college sports and the issues of schools eliminating sports, LeBron’s marketing, and a story about not getting into WSU.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Mike Florio on Shedeur Speeding, Receiver Troubles, Tight End Futures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 11:04


    Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the trouble for Shedeur Sanders after being cited for going 100 mph, Travis Hunter’s versatility for the Jaguars, Henry Ruggs’ future after jail, plus Jordan Addison, and two tight end’s futures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jerry Brewer on NBA Finals, Pacers Hope, Mariners and Spending

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 18:10


    Jerry Brewer from The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Jackson Felts to talk about the Oklahoma City Thunder closing in on an NBA championship, the Pacers hope right now, the Mariners struggles over the last 20 years and frustrating spending.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    King 5's Paul Silvi on BBQ Sauce, Thunder, NBA, Mariners, Hawks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 21:12


    Paul Silvi from King 5 Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about his new Biff's Blue Ribbon BBQ Sauce and how it started, the Thunder closing in on a title as the NBA nears a return to Seattle, and to NBC, then talk some Mariners and Julio Rodriguez.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5-Star Tackle Commit Kodi Greene on Flip From Ducks To Dawgs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 14:54


    Kodi Greene, five-star offensive tackle commit , joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about flipping from Oregon to Washington and what went into that decision, Jedd Fisch, his high school move, being in the national rankings, the NIL factor, and the UW program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Brian Schmetzer on Sounders in the Club World Cup Tournament

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 8:56


    Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team's loss to Botafogo in the Club World Cup yesterday, how it helps them improve in MLS play, the world watching, and Atletico Madrid coming up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jon Wilner on WSU Sports, College Budget & Cuts, Pac-12 Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 17:57


    Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about WSU cutting sports, colleges having to budget more now and what else will get cut, the Pac-12's media deal situation, and the playoff system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Hugh Millen on Julio, Clutch Play, Hawks Deficiency, Emmanwori

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 18:17


    Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to join the Julio Rodriguez debate over how he has lived up to his expectations, then shares his favorite clutch plays as a former player and talks about the Seahawks current deficiencies plus Nick Emmanwori.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tacoma Rainiers Samad Taylor on AAA Success + MLB Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 10:28 Transcription Available


    Samad Taylor from the Tacoma Rainiers sits down with Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his successes at the AAA level, his work at the plate, the difference from the bigs to minors, lessons at MLB level, his next career step, and Chone Figgins.

    Hugh Millen on NBA Finals, Comparing Athletes, Kupp and Haynes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 17:35 Transcription Available


    Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the quality of the NBA Finals broadcasts this year, which sport has the best athletes, Cooper Kupp's learning process and the Seahawks scheme he's in, plus Christian Haynes trying out at center.

    Joe Knight, Executive Director of Dawgs Unleashed and NIL w/ UW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 11:06 Transcription Available


    Joe Knight, Executive Director of Dawgs Unleashed, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the new world of college athletics and paying athletes, the agency that can connect players with businesses for NIL, his background, and the recruiting impact.

    Bill Krueger on State of Mariners, Offense Struggles, Bullpen, Bunt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 14:48 Transcription Available


    Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the state of the team after getting swept again and mounting struggles on offense, the bullpen falling apart, plus the skill of bunting and the building of offenses.

    Dawgs' Head Coach Jedd Fisch on New NIL World & Paying Players

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 15:33 Transcription Available


    Washington Huskies football Head Coach Jedd Fisch joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the new system around paying players after the legal ruling last week, how Seattle factors in, Dawgs Unleashed, UW's place in the Big Ten, and any concerns.

    Mike Florio on Contract Disputes, Rodgers Signs, Atlanta Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 11:03 Transcription Available


    Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about contract disputes for NFL players, Aaron Rodgers finally signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Falcons having to make decisions on two players, the Chiefs' stadium deal and the draft's future.

    Petros Papadakis on State of LA, New World with NIL, OKC Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 19:03 Transcription Available


    Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the state of Los Angeles right now, the new world of paying players in college sports and rules with NIL and collectives, and the feelings about Oklahoma City as a sports town… and porn.

    Larry Stone on Mariners Downfall, What's Next, Trading, OKC Pains

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 18:55 Transcription Available


    Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners downfall after another sweep and what the offense has quickly become, what's next and trade plans for the deadline, and the pains watching OKC get close to a title.

    Dick Fain Shares Betting Picks for the US Open Golf Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 5:25 Transcription Available


    Dick Fain Shares Betting Picks for the US Open Golf Championship

    Danny Sprinkle on Huskies Basketball Recruiting and New Players

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 15:33 Transcription Available


    Washington Huskies basketball Head Coach Danny Sprinkle joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his work in recruiting for the team this offseason, the new players including Desmond Claude, the new way they can play, and returning players.

    Brian Schmetzer on Loss in Vancouver and Club World Cup Starts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 9:17 Transcription Available


    Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team's loss in Vancouver last weekend and where players' heads are at with the Club World Cup and the tournament starting against Botafogo this week.

    Jon Wilner on House Settlement, New NIL Rules, B-Ball v. Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 19:19 Transcription Available


    Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the House Settlement news and what it means for new NIL rules in college sports, football schools versus basketball schools, and UW basketball.

    Jerry Brewer on Small Market NBA Finals and Julio's Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 20:28 Transcription Available


    Jerry Brewer of The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the NBA Finals between two small market teams and the ratings plus the “star” players involved in the series, plus if Julio Rodrguez has met his expectations and help for him.

    Kevin Calabro on NBA Expansion News and Finals Starting Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 17:18 Transcription Available


    Former Sonics announcer Kevin Calabro joins Dick Fain to dive deep into these NBA Finals starting tonight including the chances of the Pacers taking down Oklahoma City, plus NBA expansion news from Adam Silver today and the updated timeline for Seattle.

    Bill Krueger on Mariners Struggles On the Mound and At the Plate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 21:06 Transcription Available


    Former Mariners pitcher and TV analyst Bill Krueger joins Dick Fain to talk about the M's struggles on the mound with pitchers back from injury and at the plate with the lack of offense outside of Cal Raleigh, plus Wilson's treatment of pitchers and Cole Young.

    Petros Papadakis on LA Fans, OTAs, Carroll, Rodgers, NBA Finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 19:16 Transcription Available


    Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dick Fain to talk about how fans react to the Dodgers when they lose games, people freaking out over bad reports during NFL OTAs, Pete Carroll, and Aaron Rodgers finally signing, and the NBA Finals.

    Mike Florio on Micah Parsons, Sam Darnold, Seahawks, Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 13:26 Transcription Available


    Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Micah Parsons' situation in Dallas and his future there, if Sam Darnold is locked in to be Seattle's starter this season, the outlook for the Seahawks season overall, and smaller market success.

    Oilers Broadcaster Cam Moon on Stanley Cup Final Series Start

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 15:12 Transcription Available


    Edmonton Oilers broadcaster Cam Moon joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Stanley Cup Final series starting tonight and facing Florida for a second year in a row, the changes from 2024, Connor McDavid, the Oilers' journey, and Canadians.

    Larry Stone on George Kirby, Twins Series, Polanco, Raleigh, Ford

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 19:01 Transcription Available


    Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the not-so-pretty return of George Kirby, the wild weekend series, Jorge Polanco losing his bat and Cal Raleigh finding an even bigger bat, his deal and what to do with Harry Ford.

    Jerry Brewer on Pacers-Thunder NBA Finals and Seattle's Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 17:31 Transcription Available


    Jerry Brewer of The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Pacers facing the Thunder in the NBA Finals including feelings from Seattle on what might be about to happen, the hunger for the sport here, and the NBA on TNT.

    Jon Wilner on Conferences Shifting, Playoff Model, Kickoff Timing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 18:38 Transcription Available


    Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about all the conference shifting going on in college sports, what's changing with the new football playoff model and seeding, plus kickoff times for games.

    Brian Schmetzer on Club World Cup Pay Issues, Vancouver Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 8:57 Transcription Available


    Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the players' problem with their pay for the Club World Cup this month, the team's mentality through the situation, team injuries, and Vancouver this weekend.

    Mike DeCourcy on Future of NCAA Tourney & Pacers in NBA Finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 14:43 Transcription Available


    Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News and Fox Sports joins Dick Fain to talk about the discussions surrounding expanding the NCAA Tournament and what the future of the event holds, plus his Indiana Pacers facing Oklahoma City in the upcoming NBA Finals.

    Gregg Bell on Alaska Trip, Seattle's Roster, OTAs, Player Standouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 20:11 Transcription Available


    Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune joins Dick Fain to talk about his trip to Alaska recently, where one outlet ranks the Seahawks roster right now, ongoing OTA practices out at the VMAC this week, plus which key players stood out from action this afternoon.

    Hugh Millen on Randy Johnson, Seahawks: Softy & Dick 6-2 Hour 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 32:52 Transcription Available


    In the second hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen discuss Randy Johnson having his #51 retired by the Mariners next year, plus a fun Randy story, then talk about the rankings of the greatest Seahawks of all time, plus Seattle's OTAs underway and the draft's future.

    Mike Benton on Kraken Hiring Lane Lambert as Third Head Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 17:05 Transcription Available


    Mike Benton joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to discuss the Seattle Kraken hiring Lane Lambert as their new Head Coach, their third coach in franchise history, his history and reputation plus what he brings to town, his offensive style, and the patience of the fans.

    Bill Krueger on Kirby Outing, Evans Move, Rotation, 2025 Outlook

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 18:24 Transcription Available


    Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about George Kirby getting lit up by the Nationals yesterday, Logan Evans' success and the decision to send him down, what the rotation will look like and a rest-of-year outlook.

    Larry Stone joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 16:59 Transcription Available


    Larry Stone joins the show to talk Mariners postseason chances, Cal Raleigh's historic season, and more.

    Petros Papadakis joins Dick Fain.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 21:21 Transcription Available


    Petros Papadakis joins the show to talk about the end of the USC-Notre Dame rivalry, going viral, and much more.

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