Softy & Dick Interviews

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about some bad decisions by Dan Wilson in last night’s game with his bullpen, the piggyback pitcher situation with Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo, the mound visit violation on Tuesday, losing confidence in Wilson, JP Crawford’s role on the team and Colt Emerson’s coming role.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the history of the hotel the Big Ten is using for their meetings in California, and it relating to the spending in college football right now, the excuse Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby used for why he had a gambling habit, and culture around recruiting including TV and movies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT and NBC joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the level of interest in the purchase of the Seahawks right now, the slate on International Games increasing and the desire to turn the NFL into a trillion dollar industry, Jaxon Smith-Njigba getting an incorrect award from the league, and Rashee Rice’s stupidity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Minnix, radio host on ESPN 1000 in San Antonio, joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the Spurs winning game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder, the interesting personality of Victor Wembanyama and reacting to not winning the MVP award this year, and O’Dea High School’s Mitch Johnson’s big impact as Head Coach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to share the latest with the Big Ten meetings in Southern California right now, the conferences around the country looking towards new playoff model, scheduling in the Big 10 relating to the playoff structure, the future of the ACC, and Bredan Sorsby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s loss to the LA Galaxy last week, Danny Musovski losing a tooth, the continued offensive issues for them, especially looking at the long World Cup break ahead, facing LAFC on the road this weekend, and an Alex Roldan health update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huskies Softball Coach Heather Tarr joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the funding being committed to her program including the team’s stadium renovations coming soon, the importance of the facility, fighting for another championship, her 2025 team and returning players for 2026, the movement in the sport, and the Big Ten move.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the M’s getting swept by the Padres last weekend, the new starting pitcher system with the Bryce Miller - Luis Castillo piggy-back situation being the wrong method by Dan Wilson, including Wilson’s job as manager, plus Colt Emerson being brought up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners bringing up Colt Emerson, his trepidations with the team turning to another young player, and how his experience around Deion Sanders connects, plus Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers finally plus his deep dive on what the analytics say about turnover battles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Brett Boone about Cal Raleigh hitting the IL and what led to the decision, what the team should do with Luis Castillo and the possibility of rolling with a 6-man rotation. They touch on Luke Raley and should he continue to only start against righties. Also, is this the end of the dominant Astros as we know them? They also talk about how weak the AL West is and that it’s the Mariners division to win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of NBC and PFT joins Softy and Hugh Millen to talk about the NFL schedule release coming tomorrow including Seattle’s home opener news and the slate of games to be played internationally, plus they discuss the status of Mike Vrabel’s job amidst the scandal with Dianna Russini, plus grass vs. turf stadiums as it relates to the World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Softy and Hugh Millen to talk about the lack of excitement for the World Cup ahead, his feelings about soccer as a sport, a statue for LeBron James being a possibility in Los Angeles, how he and some media in L.A. talk about Kobe Bryant after his death, and the Lane Kiffin - Steve Sarkisian war of words.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Softy and Hugh Millen to talk about getting Twitter hacked, Cal Raleigh finally breaking out of his slump, the Mariners moving to a 6-man rotation with the return of Bryce Miller this week, the Seahawks opening next season against the Patriots reportedly, Mike Vrabel saga, and NCAA tournaments expanding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian Caple from On Montlake joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the UW Spring Game last weekend, the linebacker unit being a big strength of this group, the receivers that are working to make up for the loss of Denzel Boston and running backs making up for the loss of Jonah Coleman, the impact newcomers and returnees plus top freshmen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the team’s latest draw coming against San Diego last weekend, the efforts to get more offense from the team and find one forward to take over, the packed week for both his team and the next opponent, facing San Jose tomorrow, plus their coach Bruce Arena.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about a war of words happening right now between Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian, college football scheduling dynamics with big-time non-conference games being more scarce in these days, other schedule wrinkles, including Thanksgiving, and Duke-Michigan on Amazon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Thomas, Host on SportsTalk 790 in Houston, joins Softy and Dick Fain to engage in some smack talk with the ongoing Mariners-Astros series including Cal Raleigh’s bad start to the year, the massive Astros struggles including the massive disappointment in Tatsuya Imai, the division hopes going down the drain quickly, and big changes ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger, former Mariners pitcher and analyst, joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the M’s going to a six man rotation as Bryce Miller finally makes his return, and why he does not like that idea, plus Luis Castillo’s struggles and trying to stay in the rotation, a struggling Cal Raleigh trying to break out of a major slump, and the team’s bad defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about why conspiracy theorists regarding the NBA Draft Lottery are so wrong and why there is no way the lottery could be rigged, then they dive deep into the NFL schedule release coming this week including the way they leak, Thursday game factors, and wanting to see the Bears as the Hawks’ opener.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies broadcaster Tony Castricone joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss last week’s Spring Game for the UW football team, the new look defense and the young players who can make a difference in their first year, how the running back room can stay strong after the departure of Jonah Coleman, the receivers, and Demond Williams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the Seahawks impending sale and the potential owners that have been reported this week and the hopes for who-ever comes to own the team, Seattle’s addition of Dante Fowler and what he adds to the defense, the state of the defensive line at this time, and the draft being full of secondary players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Sonics Executive Bob Whitsitt joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the state of NBA expansion, how optimistic he feels about Seattle getting a new team soon, what is going on down in Portland and the low chances of the Blazers moving, the money inside all of this movement, the issues with the current NBA product and how if can get better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eben Novy-Williams of Sportico joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the new group of candidates being reported to purchase the Seahawks, the backgrounds of the latest people interested in a purchase and how the group members are connected, the group of Aditya Mittal and Wyc Grousbeck being better possible stewards, and sale’s timing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the weak American League West and division battle here and in other places, what the Mariners should do with their rotation when Bryce Miller returns, the bullpen fallout from the move including Luis Castillo’s position, Andres Munoz’s struggles, and Julio’s improved start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Softy and Dick Fain to react to the Mariners’ series win over the Braves, the optimism in 2026 considering the division, Dan Wilson’s usage of the M’s bullpen arms and having a little bit of worry with Andres Munoz now, issues with the defense continuing and possible next moves, plus his Twitter account hacking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Softy to, first, laugh about the mayors in each of their cities, then they talk about where to find the best international food in each city, the sad death of broadcasting legend Ted Turner today, including a classic Petros story that connects him to Ted, plus the state of college football Spring Games, and The Met Gala.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT and NBC joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss if 2026 will be the last year before the NFL moves to an 18-game schedule, when the NFL will release the ‘26 schedule and why the date isn’t set earlier, Kenneth Walker’s feelings that he was going to leave Seattle before the playoffs, and Russell Wilson’s decision to play or go to CBS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariners star center fielder Julio Rodriguez joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about their win over the Braves last night and his good start to 2026 so far, being a veteran leader on this team now with many youngsters around, the defense, how he reacted to 2025’s game seven ALCS exit in Toronto last season, plus their World Series confidence now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariners catcher Mitch Garver joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the magnitude of the Braves series right now and last night’s win, early statistics and indicators that show the quality of baseball team’s, Logan Gilbert’s start last night, what he saw by Emerson Hancock in his 14 strikeout game, Eduard Bazardo’s season, and social media’s fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA broadcaster PJ Carlesimo joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the ongoing NBA playoff series between the 76ers and Knicks, plus Spurs and Timberwolves, and Lakers facing Oklahoma City, LeBron James’ continued high level play these playoffs, the style of basketball currently being played, the status of NBA expansion to Seattle, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners play-by-play voice Aaron Goldsmith joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the M’s first month of the season and where they sit now around 500, the status of Luis Castillo including his place in the rotation and what the future of the starter group looks like when Bryce Miller returns, the team defense, and John Sterling passing away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner from The San Jose Mercury News joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the finances for the University of Washington right now in the Big Ten compared to what it would have been in the Pac-12, how the Big 12 works, the Spring Games potentially not happening in the near future, UW’s football ranking now, and Demond Williams’ future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the team’s 1-1 tie against last place Kansas City, Cristian Roldan’s uncharacteristic play that led to SKC’s one goal, San Diego coming up at home this Saturday night and their disappointing season so far, plus 3 injury updates as the team continues to get healthy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss his 14 strikeout game against the Royals on Saturday, the changes from 2025 to 2026 including the sweeper and growth in other roles, the Randy Johnson event on Saturday, and facing the Atlanta Braves this week, who he grew up rooting for in Cairo, Georgia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger, former Mariners pitcher and analyst, joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the M’s getting swept at home by the Royals this last weekend and the bad moments on the field, the need for some patience when it comes to the starting rotations with pitcher struggles right now, facing an on-fire Braves team this week, and Jose Ferrer’s pitches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariners early-season-star second baseman Cole Young joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about his massive jump in his second season, his improved defense with the help of Perry Hill and the specific things Hill has helped with, his great splits against left handed pitchers, watching Emerson Hancock strike out 14 batters Saturday, and better weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss the receiving element in the game of Jadarian Price and what he can bring to the Seahawks in that department as the first round pick, how Seattle used Jalen Milroe last year and how they could change their plans for the backup and utilize him more in 2026, plus the interest in Dante Fowler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo joins Softy and Dick Fain from T-Mobile Park before tonight’s game to talk about Emerson Hancock’s impressive 14 strikeout outing, meeting Randy Johnson before his number retirement, his memories of seeing Randy pitch, getting out of slumps in his career, and Steve Kerr’s future in basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brothers Geirean Hatchett and Landen Hatchett, who both play on the offensive line for the Washington Huskies, sit down with Softy before the UW Spring Game, and discuss the changes with the program since they first arrived, the journey from Montlake over to Oklahoma, not playing, and returning, plus 18-year-old left tackle starter Kodi Greene.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Softy to talk about the Huskies Spring Game tonight and the desire to look at UW’s corners in a scrimmage game like this, then Hugh breaks down the Seattle Seahawks draft class including Bud Clark’s nickel abilities, Beau Stevens competition at right guard with Anthony Bradford, the prospect of adding Dante Fowler, and the Rams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy is live from the UW Spring Game with Husky Stadium and sits down with a trio of Dawgs linemen including Senior Drew Azzopardi, who returned to Montlake for his last year, plus the freshmen duo of Kodi Greene, a five-star offensive tackle recruit who will start on the line for UW, and Derek Colman-Brusa, a four-star talented defender recruit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Walter, Washington Huskies Defensive Coordinator, sits down with Softy at the 2026 UW Spring Game, and talks about the entire defensive line unit as a Big Ten level group, the arrival of four star pass rusher Derek Colman-Brusa and his skills on the line, the new-look secondary including young players starting plus the quality linebacker unit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.