Softy & Dick Interviews

Seattle Mariners Owner and CEO John Stanton joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about this 2025 team and the dynamics of it, Dan Wilson at Manager, trying to win a World Series for many deserving people, and the team’s strategy with the payroll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners Analyst and pitcher Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talking about the M’s starting the ALDS tomorrow against the Detroit Tigers, the game 1 and game two pitchers, Bryan Woo’s status, the playoff mentality, and Seattle’s offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gambling expert Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to share his best bets of the football weekend ahead including Saturday’s game between the Huskies and Maryland plus Sunday’s Seahawks game against Tampa Bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners Manager Dan Wilson joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the ALDS starting on Saturday against the Detroit Tigers, the environment around their team and the city now as the playoffs begin, plus the health status of starter Bryan Woo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariners outfielder and first baseman Luke Raley joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about being in the ALDS and keeping the focus on just this series, the team being very together and connected right now, plus their huge trade deadline additions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Holmgren joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Seattle’s focus on the Mariners right now and rest before a playoff game, the Seahawks facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this weekend, getting success at home, their run game, and the 49ers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Neuheisel of CBS Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Huskies loss to Ohio State, what they showed in the game, Maryland coming up ahead, Big Ten coaching complaining about travel, UCLA, and Oregon’s win over Penn State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Harlan of Westwood One and CBS joins Dick Fain to talk about Malik Naber’s big injury in Jaxson Dart’s first career win with the Giants, how Russell Wilson stands with the Hall of Fame, the Seahawks-Buccaneers game this weekend, and Mike Macdonald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis from Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dick Fain to discuss the Dodgers in the playoffs, UW’s loss to Ohio State last weekend and OSU opposing fans filling Husky Stadium, the Dawgs’ schedule moving forward, and college sports money.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio from PFT joins Dick Fain to talk about the 3-1 Seahawks and their season so far, the Ravens’ injuries and issues right now after losing to the Chiefs last weekend, plus NFL overtime rules, and if they need to change, after the Cowboys-Packers game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the AL West Champion Mariners awaiting their opponent in the ALDS, which team he would rather face, the team’s chances to finally make a World Series, plus the pitching order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and the Wilner Hotline joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the Huskies’ loss to Ohio State last weekend, what it says about UW in 2025, complaints made about the Big 10 schedule, plus Oregon’s big win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the team’s draw against Vancouver last weekend, new injuries to the team this week, plus the Portland Timbers coming to town this week and their season so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dick Fain is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for the Husky Honks as the guys look back to UW’s loss to Ohio State last weekend, some coaching decisions, and receiver options, plus look ahead to this week’s road game in Maryland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger, former Mariners pitcher and analyst, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners’ huge run, their playoff pitching, Dan Wilson and Cal Raleigh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to break down yesterday’s Seattle Seahawks win in Arizona plus preview the Huskies game tomorrow against Ohio State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to share his best gambling advice for the football week including Ohio State - Washington tomorrow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryce Miller joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain from T-Mobile Park to talk about last night’s celebration after winning the AL West, the mentality of wanting to win more, Cal Raleigh, a possible bye ahead, and his last start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former UW Coach turned CBS Analyst Rick Neuheisel joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to preview every angle of this Saturday’s game between Washington and Ohio State, including the Dawgs not being ranked in the AP Poll, plus his weekly pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Holmgren joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Thursday night’s game for the Seahawks in Arizona against the Cardinals, Seattle’s blowout win over New Orleans last week, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, their running game, and traveling fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about watching the current epic Mariners run with Dan Wilson, big seasons, their loss at Austin last week, the injury updates to the team, plus Vancouver this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies Athletic Director Pat Chun joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Apple Cup against WSU and game’s future, fundraising at UW and in the Big Ten, the Ohio State game coming up on Saturday, and internet at the stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Harlan of CBS and Westwood One joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Detroit’s win over Baltimore, the Giants benching Russell Wilson in favor of Jaxson Dart, Raiders under Pete Caroll going through a huge culture change, and the status of the tush push.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis from Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the Apple Cup blowout by UW last week, running up the score, Softy’s meltdown coming this weekend, the Huskies game against Ohio State, Mike Gundy, and Dodgers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the quarterback situations for the Giants with Jaxson Dart, Saints with Spencer Rattler, and Falcons with Michael Penix, plus discuss Detroit’s win over Baltimore and the status of the tush push.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners center fielder Mike Cameron joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the 2025 Mariners and hopes for the playoffs, the impact of rest with a bye, Cal Raleigh’s big year and lineup change, and the threats throughout the entire offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain from the stadium to talk about the red-hot team right now and sweep of the Astros, expectations changing from the 2022 team, their bullpen, and looking ahead to the playoffs starting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners’ massive road trip, Cal Raleigh’s week and the MVP race, Dan Wilson’s job this year as manager, Victor Robles’ catch in Houston, and the playoffs likely ahead.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 give an in-depth breakdown of this week’s Huskies game against Ohio State and the various match-ups, WSU after the Apple Cup, and his weekly prediction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler is joined by Mario Bailey and Greg Lewis for the Husky Honks as the guys react to UW’s blowout win over WSU in the Apple Cup, how the offense continues to roll, plus look ahead to Saturday’s game against #1 Ohio State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies Head Coach Jedd Fisch joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about their Apple Cup win over WSU last week, running up the score and players hitting certain yardage marks, facing Ohio State this week, and Tacario Davis’ status.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Huskies win in the Apple Cup, running up the score on WSU and padding stats, safety Alex McLaughlin’s big game, Ohio State coming up, plus the Seahawks big win and offensive line success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Washington State Cougar quarterback Connor Halliday joins Dave Softy Mahler ahead of tomorrow’s Apple Cup to talk about the game and rivalry including what WSU is doing at quarterback, fan feelings, his experiences, Jimmy Rogers, and UW’s team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the Seahawks injuries impacting the game Sunday against the Saints, plus their quarterback Spencer Rattler, then turn to the Apple Cup including Jedd Fisch, motivations, hiding plays, and WSU’s quarterback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the M’s recent great run leading into a massive series in Houston, the weekend battle against the Astros including the bullpens, Alvarez’s injury, Seattle’s lineup, and rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gambling expert Lee Sterling from Paramount Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler to share his best football bets for the weekend ahead, including Michigan-Nebraska, the Apple Cup tomorrow, and NFL games including Sunday’s Seahawks game against the Saints.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Thomas from Sports Talk 790 in Houston joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the gigantic series between the Astros and Mariners this weekend, the buzz down in Texas for this series, who on the M’s are scary, the pitching matchups, and home advantages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Neuheisel, former Huskies Coach now with CBS Sports, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Apple Cup this week, the future of the game and the competitiveness of it, the Pac-12, changes to the Spring transfer portal, and his pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the issues with the Chiefs right now, the rush push rule, starting quarterbacks getting injured around the NFL, the Miami Dolphins’ issues and the Tom Brady conflict with Fox Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about it being Apple Cup week for the Huskies and the Cougars, the game’s future, the issues with the UCLA program and Head Coach Deshaun Foster getting fired this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Harlan of Westwood One and CBS joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the NFL, including potentially witnessing another quarterback revival, backup quarterbacks forced to step up with starters getting hurt, and if the 0-2 Kansas City Chiefs should be worried.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Stone joins the show to talk about the special Cal Raleigh season, is he the AL MVP?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.