Podcasts about American League West

Before continuing their division-by-division look at one intriguing prospect per organization (in the American League West), Jim Callis, Sam Dykstra and Jason Ratliff discuss the slew of blue-chip prospects who are ready for the call to The Show, including Nos. 1 and 2 overall: Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony and Pirates right-hander Bubba Chandler. Sam then does a deep dive into the best pitches in Triple-A (a mix of famous arms like Chandler and Brewers righty Jacob Misiorowsi as well as some lesser-known names), and the guys wrap up the episode by discussing the importance of college conference tournaments for the Draft and by fielding a listener mailbag question about emerging prospects Mike Sirota (Dodgers) and Rainiel Rodriguez (Cardinals). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Samson, former MLB executive and host of Nothing Personal, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about the Blue Jays continued offensive struggles. David weighs in on the state of the team heading into Los Angeles, Bo Bichette's ceiling, and how real George Springer's resurgence is, before wrapping with thoughts on who he would rather build a team around: Paul Skenes or Tarik Skubal? Mark Gubicza (30:35), Angels TV analyst, checks in on Tyler Anderson's recipe for success, which players make up L.A. young core, and Mike Trout's status in 2025. Mark also chats about what Yusei Kikuchi brings to the team, how the Halos stack up in the American League West, and the job Ron Washington has done.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Buster Olney of ESPN joins us for our special weekly conversation to talk about the M's 18-12 record at the end of April, playing well against the American League West and much more, including Jorge Polanco's resurgence at the plate and concerns over Logan Gilbert's flexor tendon strain.Also, what does he make of the big weekend series with the Rangers and can the M's make any trades to help offset the injury issues?

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In Episode 445, Patrick, Jeffrey, and Craig chat about the Tokyo Series and then preview the American League West.  1. None of us know what to do about the 2025 Texas Rangers.2. PECOTA knows exactly what to do with the 2025 Seattle Mariners.3. The Houston Astros are worse and more interesting4. The Los Angeles Angels are exactly as good and exactly as uninteresting.  5. The Sacramento Athletics are going to take some getting used to.Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our Patreon at patreon.com/fiveanddive. If you want to get in contact with the show, the e-mail address is fiveanddive@baseballprospectus.com.                                           Our theme tune is by Jawn Stockton. You can listen to him on Spotify and Apple Music  Spotify: http://bit.ly/JawnStockton_SpotifyApple Music: http://bit.ly/JawnStockton_AM

Brady is back for the last episode of the offseason! With spring training now behind us, it's off to Seattle where the M's will open up with the A's for a four-game series.We take a look at the decision by the Mariners to release Mitch Haniger and relive some of Haniger's best moments in Seattle. And we wonder, did Haniger want to be released?Then, Brady says the Mariners will win the American League West, but he's not the only one. Who else is buying in?And former big league reliever Dan Winkler stops by to talk about his career, some M's adjacent storylines and his job at Driveline Baseball, a Seattle-based company that is all the rage among offseason training.

We're just over three weeks away from Opening Day for the Astros. The A-Team talks about just how much of a threat the Rangers or Mariners are to the Astros hold on the American League West. Yes, the Rangers made some moves to improve their team this offseason and maybe get them back to the postseason. But, are the Mariners in for a regression in a department that is supposed to be a strength for them? 

Aram and Jack start with Aram's live look at Roki Sasaki before his Spring Training debut on Tuesday night. Then, they get into the five teams in the AL West and how they project for 2025.0:00 Intro3:01 Walker Buehler8:02 Roki Sasaki14:15 Expanded Arsenals23:44 AL West PreviewSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Check out our LinkTree!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The American League West title has been a staple in the Lone Star State since 2021. Will this trend continue in 2025? Will a healthy Mike Trout (hopefully) return to his MVP form? All that and more in our AL West Preview!

Later today will be the first, full-squad workout for the A's at their Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona. Pitchers & catchers reported last Wednesday. They'll workout this week — then on Saturday the A's play the first of 32 Cactus League games. Manager Mark Kotsay noting that it's different this time around because the team is ready to make some noise in the American League West.

Alex Bregman has finally signed and he is now out of the American League West! Will Bregman signing with the Boston Red Sox allow more moves to be made around baseball before Spring Training games fully get underway and will the Mariners be able to take part in some of those moves? ST has begun! 1:10 Bregman and Pivetta 6:49 AL West Tierlist 22:43 Some links below are affiliate links

The Philadelphia Phillies made a handful of moves this offseason, acquiring starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo from the Miami Marlins for Starlyn Caba and Emaarion Boyd. But the two big free agents the Phillies signed, outfield Max Kepler and closer Jordan Romano, come with injury concerns. Will Kepler and Romano bounce back to 2023 form and help the Phillies win games in 2025? Plus, it's the first installment of Spring Training Bold Predictions Mondays. Each Monday, we'll give one bold prediction from each division leading up to the start of the 2025 MLB season. Today, we'll begin with the American League West.

As pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training, it's time for the Astros to size up the competition in the American League West. Listen to Steve Sparks, Robert Ford, and Todd Kalas dissect the Division with broadcasters from AL West. Matt Hicks breaks down the Rangers off season moves, Gary Hill gives us the Mariners scoop, Terry Smith covers the Angels, and Johnny Doskow previews the A's latest moves. Astros Radio is your complete source for ‘25 Spring Training coverage. Listen throughout the season on SportsTalk 790 KBME & 740 KTRH-Houston, the MLB App., MLB.TV, & SiriusXM. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Carlos wrap up their final series of organization overviews following the 2024 season with the American League West.The two open the show with a conversation about the process behind Baseball America's annual Prospect Handbook—which you can purchase here as a last-minute Christmas gift for yourself or a loved one!—and then get into the organization rundowns.The two fawn over Seattle's crop of young, up-the-middle hitting talent in one of the deepest and strongest systems they've covered yet, then get into an interesting discussion about who's No. 2 in the system: the Rangers or the A's? After some prospect gushing about Nick Kurtz, Kumar Rocker and Sebastian Walcott, things take a turn for the worse in regards to the Angels and Astros, who seem to be battling it out for the dubious honor of No. 30 org ranking.—Time Stamps(0:30) Prospect Handbook process(7:00) AL West overview(8:30) Mariners(33:00) A's(47:00) Rangers(1:08:00) Angels(1:18:00) AstrosDo you have a question you want us to answer? Email us: futureprojection@baseballamerica.com  Ben's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/future-projection-a-baseball-america-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram recap the season that was in the American League West, ranging from the perennially contending Astros to the lowly Angels.Intro: 0:00Astros: 10:28Mariners: 26:30Rangers: 45:35A's: 58:21Angels: 1:08:14Just Baseball's Top 100 Prospect UpdateSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Check out our LinkTree!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/JUSTBASEBALLOur Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/JUSTBASEBALLSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

- The Houston Astros win their fourth consecutive American League title. The Astros are going back to the postseason for the seventh time in eight years. - Let's look back at this season - Adversity, grit, RELENTLESS! - Recap the Mariners series - Starting pitching continues to dominate - J-Hey with the blow! - Alex Bregman standing ovation - Is this the last time Bregman wears the Astros uniform? - Last series against the Guardians - News From The Train Station! - Yordan Alvarez/Chas McCormick injury - Can the Astros win without Alvarez in the postseason? - Around The Horn! - Much, much, more! YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/7cRnKBkping

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show with Ross to discuss the Astros securing their fourth consecutive American League West title with Tuesday's 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners. The Astros are now locked into the AL's No. 3 seed in the Wild Card Series. The final regular-season home game Wednesday afternoon saw Alex Bregman start at third base. However, in the fourth inning, manager Joe Espada removed Bregman from the game to receive an ovation from the fans at Minute Maid Park in what could be his final regular-season home game with the Astros. "I thought it was a nice moment," McTaggart said. "This could be it... It will be weird next year if [Bregman] won't be here." The Astros selected Bregman with the No. 2 pick in the 2015 MLB draft, with Bregman making his debut a year later. As a two-time All-Star who helped the Astros earn their first two World Series championships, Bregman has "taken on a huge leadership role." Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and while general manager Dana Brown has said he will engage agent Scott Boras with talks of an extension, "it's hard to imagine [Bregman's] going to stay with the Astros," especially with the organization's history of not retaining homegrown players, such as Carlos Correa and George Springer. The Astros final series of the regular season starts Friday in Cleveland, and Yordan Alvarez will not be with the team. Alvarez is recovering from a sprained right knee, and even if he returns in time for the Wild Card Series, he will most likely not play left field for perhaps the entire playoff run. "They do have a whole week to rest him." The best-of-three AL Wild Card Series begins Tuesday at Minute Maid Park, and McTaggart expects Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown and Yusei Kikuchi to lead the postseason rotation in that order. "That's a pretty tough 1-2-3."

Brian McTaggart, Astros beat reporter for MLB.com, joins The Matt Thomas Show with Ross to discuss the Astros securing their fourth consecutive American League West title with Tuesday's 4-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners. The Astros are now locked into the AL's No. 3 seed in the Wild Card Series. The final regular-season home game Wednesday afternoon saw Alex Bregman start at third base. However, in the fourth inning, manager Joe Espada removed Bregman from the game to receive an ovation from the fans at Minute Maid Park in what could be his final regular-season home game with the Astros. "I thought it was a nice moment," McTaggart said. "This could be it... It will be weird next year if [Bregman] won't be here." The Astros selected Bregman with the No. 2 pick in the 2015 MLB draft, with Bregman making his debut a year later. As a two-time All-Star who helped the Astros earn their first two World Series championships, Bregman has "taken on a huge leadership role." Bregman is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and while general manager Dana Brown has said he will engage agent Scott Boras with talks of an extension, "it's hard to imagine [Bregman's] going to stay with the Astros," especially with the organization's history of not retaining homegrown players, such as Carlos Correa and George Springer. The Astros final series of the regular season starts Friday in Cleveland, and Yordan Alvarez will not be with the team. Alvarez is recovering from a sprained right knee, and even if he returns in time for the Wild Card Series, he will most likely not play left field for perhaps the entire playoff run. "They do have a whole week to rest him." The best-of-three AL Wild Card Series begins Tuesday at Minute Maid Park, and McTaggart expects Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown and Yusei Kikuchi to lead the postseason rotation in that order. "That's a pretty tough 1-2-3."

Ross Bolen celebrates the Houston Astros winning the American League West for the seventh consecutive full season. Subscribe on YouTube: YouTube.com/@BangingTheCan Presented by Bolen Media: BolenMedia.com

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Former MLB starter Roy Oswalt joins "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" to discuss the Houston Astros being one win over the Seattle Mariners away from clinching their seventh American League West title in the past eight seasons. Oswalt made his Major League debut with Houston in 2001 and helped the Astros reach their first World Series appearance in 2005. Oswalt talks about catching up with former teammates, his thoughts on the new rules of baseball and his insight into Justin Verlander fighting to stay at the top of the rotation.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada joins "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" following the Astros' 6-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Monday. Hunter Brown allowed a run on three hits and three walks while striking out eight over six innings. Jason Heyward scored the Astros only run with a solo home run during the eighth inning. "They threw the ball really, really well," Espada said. The Astros, who are one win away against the Mariners to clinching their seventh American League West title in the past eight seasons, are already getting a taste of the postseason following a tight, three-game series against the San Diego Padres last week. "It's that time of the year...we're close, we're there." The Astros have overcome numerous injuries and being down 10 games in the division earlier in the season to now being on the doorstep of another playoff birth. "That's success right there." Framber Valdez will take the mound in the second of a three-game series against the Mariners as the Astros look to celebrate a division crown. "We need another one of those good starts tonight." Espada also gives an update on Yordan Alvarez, who has been out with a sprained right knee, and praises the growth of Yainer Diaz and Jeremy Pena.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada joins "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" following the Astros' 6-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Monday. Hunter Brown allowed a run on three hits and three walks while striking out eight over six innings. Jason Heyward scored the Astros only run with a solo home run during the eighth inning. "They threw the ball really, really well," Espada said. The Astros, who are one win away against the Mariners to clinching their seventh American League West title in the past eight seasons, are already getting a taste of the postseason following a tight, three-game series against the San Diego Padres last week. "It's that time of the year...we're close, we're there." The Astros have overcome numerous injuries and being down 10 games in the division earlier in the season to now being on the doorstep of another playoff birth. "That's success right there." Framber Valdez will take the mound in the second of a three-game series against the Mariners as the Astros look to celebrate a division crown. "We need another one of those good starts tonight." Espada also gives an update on Yordan Alvarez, who has been out with a sprained right knee, and praises the growth of Yainer Diaz and Jeremy Pena.

Former MLB starter Roy Oswalt joins "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" to discuss the Houston Astros being one win over the Seattle Mariners away from clinching their seventh American League West title in the past eight seasons. Oswalt made his Major League debut with Houston in 2001 and helped the Astros reach their first World Series appearance in 2005. Oswalt talks about catching up with former teammates, his thoughts on the new rules of baseball and his insight into Justin Verlander fighting to stay at the top of the rotation.

Here's the skinny: The Seattle Mariners took the final two games in Oakland to move to 71-70 on the year. They are now just 4.5 games back in the American League West and are trying to give us all a sliver of hope.We spent a good portion of this episode talking about why Jerry Dipoto shouldn't be back in 2025, and then the Mariners apparently decided to bring him back.We're releasing the episode anyways, because it was awesome. We had on Adnan Virk of the MLB Network and Tom Caron of NESN, who have unique perspectives on what the Mariners are going through.We also react to Ryan Divish's appearance on the Jason Puckett podcast.

The Houston Astros have had a rollercoaster of a season, which in the month of May saw them 12 games under .500 and 8.5 games out of first place in the American League West. A lot has changed for the Stros since then.Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman take a look at what's gone right for the Astros that's led them to a six-game lead in the division, why there might be some question marks for who's left out of their postseason rotation and how a consistent season from Jordan Alvarez has held Houston's offense together.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the Philadelphia Phillies taking three of four games from the Atlanta Braves over the weekend and why it's becoming one of the best rivalries in baseball. Plus, the New York Yankees are struggling again against teams they should be beating and the Milwaukee Brewers appear to be in cruise control on the way to another NL Central crown.(2:34) - The Astros are in full control(11:44) - Yankees struggle against the NL(19:32) - Phillies-Braves rivalry(29:55) - Brewers in cruise control(35:30) - Nuclear Overreaction(39:27) - Warm Fuzzy Feeling(43:09) - A game with Bryan CranstonSubscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

11:14 - Commanders: analysis of what mattered from the team's preseason-ending 20-10 win over the New England Patriots...and discussion of comments from Commanders managing partner Josh Harris on the team's stadium situation, the name issue and expectations for the 2024 season 35:10 - Commanders: in-depth reaction to the team announcing that it has removed the Sean Taylor Memorial installation at Commanders Field and is working with Taylor's family on a proper statue to honor him 45:16 - Commanders: examining the fallout from the Commanders trading receiver Jahan Dotson to the Philadelphia Eagles, including comments from Dotson and Commanders head coach Dan Quinn and a report that the San Francisco 49ers turned down a trade that would have involved the Commanders sending Dotson to the Niners as part of a package for receiver Brandon Aiyuk 01:01:03 - Nationals: thoughts on the Nats reportedly promoting outfielder Dylan Crews to the Majors and on the Nats losing two out of three games at the Atlanta Braves in a series in which the Nats got very good starting pitching 01:14:41 - Orioles: breakdown of the O's splitting a four-game series against the American League West-leading Houston Astros Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Whatever your dermatological needs, call Dr. George Verghese and the Mid-Atlantic Skin-Surgery Institute Of Maryland at 301-396-3401 and mention that Al Galdi sent ya! Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any gas-fireplace service, chimney cleaning or chimney inspection You can win a $500 gift card at BlueWirePods.com/Survey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17:07 - Commanders: deep dive on the Commanders trading receiver Jahan Dotson to the Philadelphia Eagles, including how we got to this point with Dotson and how the trade is yet another indictment of how Ron Rivera did in NFL Drafts as Washington head coach...and discussion of - and some scheduled fun with - the Commanders acquiring kicker Cade York via trade with the Cleveland Browns and releasing kicker Riley Patterson 41:38 - Commanders: reaction to comments from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury on quarterback Jayden Daniels and receiver/running back Kazmeir Allen and to comments from defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. on cornerbacks Mike Sainristil, Benjamin St-Juste and Emmanuel Forbes Jr. 49:53 - Nationals: analysis of an 8-3 win over the National League West-worst Colorado Rockies for the Nats' first series win in a weekday series in more than two months 57:45 - Orioles: thoughts on the O's optioning starting pitcher Trevor Rogers to Triple-A Norfolk...and breakdown of a 6-0 loss to the American League West-leading Houston Astros, as starting pitcher Corbin Burnes struggled for a fourth consecutive start Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Mariners lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, continuing a dreadful road trip. They are now 5.0 games back in the American League West and while the division is not technically out of reach, it feels that way.We had a great guest lined up but they got sick so we have to re-schedule, so Brady just speaks from the heart about the losses, the road trip, the let down and so much more.And in one piece of good news, the Mariners are going to the Little League Classic in 2025.

- The Houston Astros take two of three from the Chicago White Sox over the weekend. The Astros now have a four game lead in the American League West. - Astros induct the Class of 2024 to the Astros Hall of Fame - Recap the White Sox series - 16 strikeouts - Welcome to the show, Shay Whitcomb - La Grasa - Who's Invited To The Carne Asada! - How many Astros rookies have made their debuts this year? - BOS Pitching Preview - News From The Train Station! - Around The Horn! - Much, much, more! YouTube link:https://youtube.com/live/WeytVgObl7M

The Seattle Mariners were swept this week by the Detroit Tigers in embarrassing fashion and they've fallen to 3.0 games back in the American League West and further back in the wild card as well.We talk about the dreadful series and more, including our reaction to a few comments made by local radio personalities about the M's.Then, we talk about Julio's nagging ankle and who's really running the Mariners and Buster Olney of ESPN stops by, fresh off a trip to Seattle for Sunday Night Baseball.Also, we go around the bases talking Colt Emerson, prospect rankings, Felix's perfect game and a financial situation which could hurt the M's further.

The Mariners just took two of three and we're feeling pretty good about where the M's are at with a 1.5 game lead in the American League West!We talk about the Victor Robles story, both in terms of the now and the future. Could the M's work to lock him up early, and what would it do to the outfield if they did?And then we're joined by Ty Dane Gonzalez of "Locked On Mariners" and Teren Kowatsch of our Mariners on SI team.(Please note that we selected the wrong microphone for the interview portion of the podcast accounting for the different-sounding audio)

Peter and Jack dish on Cal Quantrill taking on the Red Sox, Alex Cora's extension, and where each team in the American League West stands as we approach the Trade Deadline. Join Us on our Five Games in Five Days NL Central Tour!Download the Gametime app and redeem code JUSTBASEBALL for $20 off your first purchase (terms apply)Check out our LinkTree!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMOur Sponsors:* Check out Mint Mobile: mintmobile.com/justbaseballSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Craig reports on his short getaway to Cleveland, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Progressive Field. The hosts speculate on stadium drama in Oakland, Tampa and Anaheim. The Mariners blew a 10-game lead in the American League West over a 24-game period, but will anyone remember in October if Seattle hangs on to win the division anyway? Craig and Rex glance at famous late-season collapses in baseball history.  We want All-Stars in their team uniforms and the national anthem performance at Monday's home run derby is a microcosm on what's wrong with the modern music business in 2024.Links:Jason Burke, "Interesting Wrinkle to Oakland A's Relocation Saga" Oakland A's on SI, July 19, 2024.Neal deMause, "Rays owner Stu Sternberg set to win approval of $1B+ stadium subsidy after giving free tickets to city councilmember" Field of Schemes, July 18, 2024.Noah Biesiada, "Angels Get Millions for Cancellation of Stadium Sale After FBI Investigation," voiceofoc.com, July 15, 2024.Episodes Referenced:205 - Baseball at War: Working and Playing Ball in the Bethlehem Steel League w/ William Ecenbarger 189 - Baseball, Chemical Warfare and The Great War w/ Jim Leeke 172 - They Were Two People Desperate to Stay in the Game w/ Bob LeMoine 163 - A Journey Through Mallparks w/ Prof. Michael T. Friedman143 - The Rays Are Getting Their New Stadium w/ Dr. Elizabeth Strom 88 - Please Do Not Burn Down the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 45A - Shavermetrics w/ Scott Russell and Bill "Spaceman" Lee (Radio Edit)  -->Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/tT8d3pVUsN-->You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including the books featured in this episode, through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns Hooks & Runs - www.hooksandruns.comHooks & Runs on TikTok -  https://www.tiktok.com/@hooksandrunsHooks & Runs on Twitter - https://twitter.com/thehooksandrunsRex von Pohl (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/ Hosts Emeritus:Andrew Eckhoff on Tik TokLink: https://www.tiktok.com/@hofffest Eric on FacebookLink: https://www.facebook.com/ichabodericMusic: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (Premium Beat)     This podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum. 

RUNDOWN   Mitch Levy and Hotshot Scott discuss their two-week hiatus, during which Scott attended a softball tournament in Ogden, Utah and Mitch shares a personal anecdote about being conceived in El Paso, Texas (both stories were soo hot). Grammy-nominated Ingrid Andres was NOT nominated for her National Anthem rendition at the MLB Home Run Derby. Where are the Seattle Mariners' post-All-Star break? Mitch and Hotshot debate whether the Mariners should trade for rental players or focus on acquiring long-term assets, emphasizing the team's offensive struggles. Mitch, Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), and Brian Nemhauser (Hawk Blogger) discuss the Seattle Seahawks' upcoming NFL training camp and the anticipated Mike McDonald era. Brady presents research on first-time head coaches, revealing that 13 out of 37 teams made the playoffs in their first year under a new coach. Mitch, Brady Farkas from SI Now, and Joe Doyle break down the Seattle Mariners' recent performance against the Houston Astros, which resulted in a tie atop the American League West. Are we questioning the Mariners' playoff prospects? Mitch and Christian Caple discuss the University of Washington football program and the upcoming season under coach Jed Fisch. They talk about the team's composition, including the recruitment and transfer strategies, particularly highlighting the importance of the transfer portal in assembling the current roster.   GUESTS   • Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings) • Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M's Editor) • Charlie Plumb | Christian Caple (On Montlake)   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:07 | From Hell to Heat, Hotshot drives to Ogden, Utah for five days of hot softball tournament, and Mitch tells the El Paso conception story (TMI) 5:20 | "Fun with Audio," featuring a notably poor rendition of the national anthem by Grammy-nominated Ingrid Andres at the MLB Home Run Derby. 12:22 | From softball to The Sandlot, to the Mariners; Baseball has been very, very good everyone. 27:49 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) & Brian Nemhauser (HB Mornings) join Mitch as Training Camp begins in Renton. What will the Mike Macdonald coaching staff feel like? What starting jobs are up in the air? What additions might still be made by John Schneider? 56:02 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now) bang their collective heads against the wall trying to figure out if the Mariners have a path to the AL West after losing another series to the Astros. The trade deadline is fast approaching. 1:15:08 | GUEST: Christian Caple (On Montlake) joins Unfiltered to dissect the job Jedd Fisch has done building a 2024 UW Huskies team from scratch. The HS class of 2025 is turning into 1 of the best in the country as the season opener is around the corner. 1:38:27 | The Other Stuff Segment: Softball dads are worse than dance moms, NBA Media Rights Deal, Mike Gundy's comments on DUI arrest, LeBron James leads Team USA to victory against South Sudan, Japanese gymnast Shoko Miyata's disqualification, Isabella Strahan declared cancer-free. R.I.P. Segment: Jacoby Jones, Bob Newhart, Shannon Doherty, Monty Kiffin, Pat Williams, Richard Simmons, Shelley Duvall, James Sicking, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Lou Dobbs, Dave Loggins

- The Houston Astros lead the American League West by percentage points. - Recap the Mariners series - Solid Starting Pitching - Spectacular Defense - Yordan Alvarez Cycle - Trade Deadline is inching closer - What players are the Astros looking at? - Who's Invited To The Carne Asada! - Pitching preview - News From The Train Station! - Injury updates - Around The Horn! - Much, much, more! YouTube link:https://youtube.com/live/O12UXevKsyQ

As we come out of the All-Star break, Brady discusses what we need to see from the Mariners this upcoming weekend against the Houston Astros in a pivotal American League West showdown, and he also discusses what he doesn't want to see. Furthermore, Andres Munoz didn't pitch in the All-Star Game and Brady tells you why that's a big deal, and then are we ready to forgive A-Rod for shunning the Mariners yet?Finally, Bryant Robinson of the "Welcome to the J-Rod Show" documentary joins us and we have some thoughts on the 2025 schedule, Adrian Beltre going into the Hall of Fame and more.

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Jim Duquette, Sirius XM radio MLB Network,  discuss the Major League Baseball All-Star Game and the Home Run Derby. They also talk about the possibility of the Seattle Mariners acquiring Jazz Chisholm from the Miami Marlins. Jim provides insights into the trade rumors and the potential cost for the Mariners. They also discuss the playing style and reputation of Chisholm, as well as his fit with the Mariners. The conversation then shifts to other potential trade targets and the competitive landscape of the American League West division.Rundown00:00 Rumors and Excitement Surrounding the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby05:16 Seattle Mariners' Interest in Acquiring Jazz Chisholm13:00 The Cost and Fit of Acquiring Chisholm16:10 Other Potential Trade Targets and the Competitive Landscape27:20 Debate Over Pitch Counts and Handling of Starting Pitchers30:14 Predictions for the All-Star Game and Home Run Derby

11:54 - Guest: ESPN NFL senior writer and prognosticator Mike Clay on his rankings of Commanders position groups in his 2024 NFL Projection Guide, including the team having the No. 1 off-ball-linebacker unit, the No. 10 interior-defensive-line unit and the No. 13 running-back unit but also having the No. 31 tight-end unit, No. 30 cornerback unit and No. 31 edge-defender unit...and Clay provides thoughts on his projections for Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels in the 2024 regular season 39:41 - Nationals: analysis of the Nats losing two of the first three games of a four-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals, the Nats' youth movement being in full effect and shortstop CJ Abrams being the only Nats player to make the 2024 National League All-Star Team 57:18 - Orioles: breakdown of the O's winning two out of three games at the American League West-worst Oakland A's and who from the O's made the 2024 American League All-Star Team 01:06:44 - Wizards: discussion of various transactions that have become official for the Wizards, including a sign-and-trade for center Jonas Valanciunas Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Visit CateringByUptown.com and mention that Al Galdi sent ya! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

USA Today and Audacy MLB Radio Insider Bob Nightengale joins the show to discuss the Houston Astros potential trade deadline targets, as well the state of the American League West with Patrick Creighton.

15:14 - Guest: Commanders analyst Mark Bullock of MarkBullock.Substack.com with film-breakdown-style analysis of linebacker Jamin Davis transitioning to playing more as an edge defender, receiver Jahan Dotson's disappointing 2023 season, receiver Terry McLaurin's footwork, whether corner Emmanuel Forbes Jr. is poised to bounce back from his bad 2023 rookie season and more 50:22 - Nationals: breakdown of a 7-2 10-inning loss to the New York Mets in a game in which starting pitcher DJ Herz was great but the Nats' bullpen was not 01:01:06 - Orioles: discussion of a 2-0 win at the American League West-leading Seattle Mariners in a game that featured starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez doing well and closer Craig Kimbrel surviving some drama for the save Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any gas-fireplace service, chimney cleaning or chimney inspection Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JD Martinez continues to hit for the Mets but as Casey says, his leadership in the dugout may be having an even bigger impact.  Just ask Francisco Alvarez! The Astros were all but said to be trading the roster away a couple months ago.  Now, they're taking aim on the division & the Mariners and are hitting that target each and every night. Sean's awesome story about Nationals newest rising star James Wood and his dad.  Plus, it's The Mayor's BDAY!  (And Chinch's wife's too!) So join us for a little Sean Casey appreciation on today's Cast! Make sure you're liking & subscribing to our Youtube page... it will be a nice gift to Sean if we get to 4K followers today :)Link here: https://youtu.be/2kwjqvYK0Jk

RUNDOWN   Celebrating the show's longevity, the conversation takes a dramatic turn due to dual cyber-attacks. What do you do when you first encounter a driverless car? ...unisex bathrooms? Mitch and Hotshot explore the monumental legacy of Willie Mays following his recent passing, his staggering career achievements and the historical impact of his military service Rick Sund, Former Supersonics general manager, reflects on the ever-evolving landscape of professional basketball, from 1974 and moving into semi-retirement. He discusses the intricacies of team expansions, player trades, and the dynamics of NBA front offices in earlier days. Mariners No-Table, hosts Mitch, Jason Churchill, and Joe Doyle delve into the Seattle Mariners' recent performance, initially leading by 10 games in the American League West, faced setbacks, losing four out of the next five games, reducing their lead to just five games. We take a nostalgic journey back to May 4th, 2020, during the height of the pandemic, when Mitch hosted a themed show bracket to determine the best TV theme song, the iconic theme from "Cheers," composed by Gary Portnoy. Gary comes onto the show to discuss the creation of the beloved song and Gary's insights into his music career during these unusual times. The Other Stuff Segment covers J.J. Reddick, driverless cars, unisex bathrooms, Pat McAfee, ESPN, Queen music catalog sale, Boston Celtics championship, Charlie Woods US Junior Amateur Championship, celebrity DUI Justin Timberlake, and Bill Belichick relationship age difference.   GUESTS   • Rick Sund | former Sonics GM • Mariners No-Table | Jason Churchill from "Baseball Things" and Joe Doyle from "Over Slot" • Gary Portnoy | writer and performer of Cheers theme song - "Where Everyone Knows Your Name"   TABLE OF CONTENTS   2:41 | Challenges of Modern Technology: Mitch's astonishment at encountering driverless cars in Arizona and his humorous struggle with accepting unisex bathrooms. 16:46 | Clip of The Week 2: Pool Party In Maryland. 26:24 | Gene Wilder Docu - how great? 30:30 | Willie Mays passing. 42:16 | GUEST: Rick Sund - former Sonics GM - reminisces about the final years of the Sonics, the Gary Payton/Ray Allen trade, his friendship withJerry West & the return of the NBA to Seattle 1:11:47 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table - Joe Doyle, Jason Churchill - discuss a tough week for the Mariners, what to do with Mitch Haniger and the emergence of Ryan Bliss. Plus the Out on an Limb competition 1:41:50 | GUEST: Blast from Mitch Unfiltered Past - Gary Portnoy - writer and performer of Cheers theme song - "Where Everyone Knows Your Name" (originally aired on Ep 90 - May 4, 2020). Gary tells the incredible of how he struck gold with 1 of the most popular theme songs in the history of television... a fascinating story. 2:10:07 | The Other Stuff Segment: J.J. Reddick, Lakers coaching, broadcasting, podcasts, driverless cars, unisex bathrooms, Pat McAfee, ESPN, college football, Stephen A. Smith, ESPN contract negotiations, sports media salaries, sports entertainment preferences, Queen music catalog sale, Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, WNBA statistics, Boston Celtics championship, Scotty Scheffler, PGA Tour, Charlie Woods, US Junior Amateur Championship, Tiger Woods, celebrity DUI, Justin Timberlake, Bill Belichick, relationships, age differences, celebrity basketball tournament, Donald Sutherland, Ohio attorney, legal settlement with Geico, Elon Musk Cybertruck, manure tanker accident.

RUNDOWN   Episode 292 of "Mitch Unfiltered" takes a humorous dive into a recent high school graduation incident involving Mitch's son and a $125 dare. Gettin' giddy about baseball, at the time of this recording, the Mariners boast a record of 43-31, placing them eight and a half games ahead of the Texas Rangers in the American League West. The episode takes a poignant turn to commemorate the legendary Jerry West, who recently passed away. West's monumental contributions to basketball, both as a player and an executive, are thoroughly discussed. Mariners' No-Table; Mitch, Joe, and Jason Churchill, delve into the Seattle Mariners' impressive performance, having won seven of their last eight games, extending their lead to 8.5 games over the Texas Rangers and 9 games over the Houston Astros. The guys talk about individual performances, particularly noting Logan Gilbert and George Kirby's standout games, and the ongoing robustness of Julio Rodriguez despite earlier struggles. Mitch welcomes back Bob Harig of Sports Illustrated to dissect the 2024 U.S. Open held at Pinehurst No. 2. They dive into the dramatic finale where Bryson DeChambeau clinched a compelling victory amidst the ongoing PGA and LIV Golf drama, all while the devastation experienced by Rory McIlroy was felt deeply by fans. Harig reflects on Tiger Woods' performance and future, offering thoughtful predictions on how the golf legend might balance competition with his health challenges. Also, we delve into the meteoric rise of Major League Baseball's newest sensation, Paul Skenes. At just 22, this young pitcher from LSU boasts a staggering 1.69 ERA and 209 strikeouts in 122 innings, zooming through the minor leagues to earn a place in the majors. Joining Mitch is Andrew Destin from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, who has been closely following Skenes' journey. The discussion touches on Skenes' repertoire, including a fastball that consistently clocks over 100 mph and a unique "splinter" pitch—a hybrid between a splitter and a sinker. Tune in to uncover the story of a pitcher who's not just playing the game but changing it, making every fifth day a spectacle in the world of baseball. The Other Stuff Segment covers Andres Munoz, Mike Williams and Charles Barkley, to name a few influential athletes.   GUESTS   • Mariners No-Table | Jason Churchill from "Baseball Things" and Joe Doyle from "Over Slot" • Bob Harig | Sports Illustrated • Andrew Destin | Pittsburgh Post Gazette   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:07 | Graduation Dare for $125, anyone? 6:49 | Clip of the Week: Sean McVay and Les Snead behind the scenes Draft Convo 21:06 | Paying homage to Jerry West "Mr. Clutch" or "Logo" 35:15 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table; Mitch, Joe Doyle (Over-Slot), and Jason Churchill (Baseball Things) are giddy over the Mariners stretching out the division lead, Julio's surge (finally) and previewing the week to come. 59:33 | GUEST: Bob Harig (Sports Illustrated) joins Mitch from Pinehurst to put the final touches on the 2024 US Open with an exciting final round finish on Father's Fay 1:19:41 | GUEST: Andrew Destin (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) has had a front row to the biggest young sensation in all of baseball, Paul Skenes. Skenes is dominating big league hitters only 13 months after being drafted - taking the MLB by storm. 1:43:11 | Andres Munoz's Dedication, Charles Barkley's Retirement Announcement, Trevor Lawrence's New Contract, Possible End of Tiger Woods at the US Open, The breakup of Gisele Bundchen and Joaquin Valente, Bill Belichick's New Relationship with a former competitive cheerleader, Joey Chestnut's Ban from Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest | RIPs: Jerry West, Nick Mavar

RUNDOWN   Today, a short, sweet, commencement speech goes a long way. A Golf Channel reporter mistakenly interviews the wrong person during a Pro-Am event. Hotshot Scott's daughter gets her first job as a lifeguard despite not knowing how to swim well. Will the Mariners' live up to Mitch's AL West predictions? Steve Phillips, former Mets general manager and baseball analyst for Sirius XM and MLB Network, who previously predicted the Mariners as an American League wildcard team, discusses their current performance and prospects for becoming AL West champions. Mitch welcomes back Jason LaCanfora, with an early preview of the NFC West, discussing the Seattle Seahawks' prospects, the San Francisco 49ers' challenges, and the Los Angeles Rams' potential resurgence. Mitch, Joe Doyle, and Jason Churchill; Mariners had a mixed week, taking two out of three games against Oakland but losing two out of three against Kansas City. Despite these results, they remain at the top of the American League West. Key points include the bullpen struggles, the return of Andrés Muñoz, Brian Wu's impressive pitching streak, and John Stanton's public comments about having resources to win.   GUESTS   • Steve Phillips | former GM & National Baseball voice • Jason LaCanfora | NFL Insider • Mariners No-Table | Featuring Jason Churchill from "Baseball Things" and Joe Doyle from "Over Slot"   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:05 | Graduation Ceremonies, Overrated? 10:07 | Clip of the Week: Was that Vince Young that was interviewed by Golf Channel? NOPE. 21:44 | Family Milestones and First Jobs, Seattle Mariners' Bold Predictions, and Little League Softball Showdown. 36:09 | GUEST: Steve Phillips - former GM & National Baseball voice - jumps on with Mitch to discuss the Mariners and fun league wide storylines. Will the M's pitching holdup? Would he go get Luis Robert Jr from White Sox or Pete Alonso from the Mets? 1:02:01 | GUEST: Jason LaCanfora - NFL Insider - with a way-too-early breakdown of the NFC West. Can the Seahawks reasonably win the division? Are Macdonald and Schneider quietly aiming towards '25 to pounce on the Niners and Rams? 1:23:54 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table with Joe Doyle (Over-Slot) and Jason Churchill (Baseball Things) debate the merits of deadline trades, John Stanton's words and which M's prospects are untouchable. Plus, a look ahead to this week's 7 home games. 1:59:44 | Other Stuff Segment: Caitlin Clark not on Team USA for Paris Olympics, Biggest regular season crowd in WNBA history featuring Caitlin Clark, Justin Jefferson's new contract making him highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson's rescheduled boxing match, Troy Dannen and NIL spending at University of Washington, Woman who became an internet sensation for exposing her chest in support of the Edmonton Oilers disappearing from social media, Showdown between Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani in an MLB game, Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter stealing money for gambling debt now delivering Uber Eats, Issues faced by the Marubo tribe after getting internet from Elon Musk's Starlink, FBI's research trip to Italy for O.J. Simpson investigation, 2:14:37 | RIPs: Tom Bower, Eric Anderson, Brother Marquis, Larry Allen, 2:16:13 | Headlines: Pope Francis on overpopulation, Texas court ruling on library books, Driver fined for using phone in McDonald's drive-through, Howard University revoking Diddy's honorary degree, Texas man accused of putting antiques up his kilt-covered butt and returning them to the shelf.

RUNDOWN   Aging gracefully or taking advantage, Mitch yells "fore" at the niceties of servers asking if he's "senior citizen discount worthy." How did seniors get so young? The Seattle Mariners are having an exciting season, winning six out of seven games, leading in the American League West. There's speculation about whether the team will make a move to secure a strong hitter, possibly as a rental player, to bolster their lineup and solidify their playoff chances. Derek Stevens, owner of Circa Las Vegas, discusses the unprecedented growth of their NFL survivor competition, now guaranteeing a $10 million payout—the first ever eight-digit guarantee in football contest history. Derek explains the mechanics of the contest, and the strategic and somewhat luck-based nature of making survivor picks, noting that Circa absorbs all entry fees into the prize pool without taking a cut. Mitch, Joe Doyle, and Jason Churchill discuss the Mariners' recent sweep of the Angels and their series win against the Astros. They highlight the importance of dominating divisional games, explore whether the Mariners' current streak is convincing enough for management to make trade deadline moves, and also debate the merits of Scott Servais' handling of starting pitchers. Predictions and "out on a limb" bets for the upcoming series against the Athletics and Royals round out the discussion. The Seattle Kraken have moved on from head coach Dave Hackstall, appointing former Stanley Cup winner Dan Bylsma as their new head coach. Other Stuff Segment includes; Isaiah Thomas's frightening encounter and a postponed celebrity boxing match, to sports achievements and personal milestones across basketball, baseball, and competitive eating, alongside discussions of personal hygiene in sports, celebrity marriages, legal troubles in the music industry, and RIPs.   GUESTS   • Derek Stevens | Circa Las Vegas Casino & Resort (BIGGEST NFL Survivor Contest) • Mariners No-Table | Featuring Jason Churchill from "Baseball Things" and Joe Doyle from "Over Slot" • Kraken No-Table | Featuring Darren Brown from "Sound of Hockey" and RJ Eskanos from "Emerald City Hockey"   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:05 | Perceptions of Aging: Mitch's reaction to being mistakenly identified as a senior citizen, and the broader implications about how age is perceived in society. 8:21 | Clip of the Week: Whistling...? 22:55 | Mariners leading the ALW on super hot streak! Trade deadlines approaching, what's the move? 40:21 | GUEST: Derek Stevens, Circa Las Vegas Casino/Hotel owner - on the first ever $10 million NFL Survivor contest this upcoming 2024 season. There has never been an 8 figure payout for a Survivor contest... but there is now at Circa Las Vegas. 57:13 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table - Jason Churchill, Joe Doyle & Mitch rehash a great week for the M's. 3 out of 4 vs the Astros and a sweep of the Angels has Seattle stretching out its lead in the AL West . 1:26:08 | GUEST: Kraken No-Table - Darren Brown (Sound of Hockey), RJ Eskanos (Emerald City Hockey) and Mitch analyze the Kraken's new head coach Dan Bylsma. Do the Kraken hear the clock ticking on fans' patience with the NBA apparently headed back to Seattle. 1:48:25 | Other Stuff Segment: Isaiah Thomas held at gunpoint, Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's fight was postponed, Luka Dončić vs LeBron James, Jason Kelce humorously claimed he doesn't wash his feet, the WNBA rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, Rupert Murdoch married Alayna Zhakova in his fifth marriage, Officer Brian Gillis made a statement regarding the incident with Scotty Scheffler, Takeru Kobayashi announced his retirement from competitive eating due to health reasons, Gable Stevenson signed with the NFL's Buffalo Bills, Shohei Ohtani achieved 100 home runs and 100 stolen bases, Madonna faced a lawsuit alleging inappropriate content at her concert, a biopic on John Daly is set with Kevin James portraying him, and RIPs: Marianne Robinson, Drew Gordon, and Henry Earl.

20:17 - Guest: Commanders analyst and former Redskins tight end Logan Paulsen with observations and insights on Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels off watching him at rookie-minicamp and OTA practices, including why and how his throwing mechanics are so good, perspective on Daniels' work ethic, whether Daniels needs to put on weight or is just fine as is and what we should expect from the offense of Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury for Daniels 39:51 - Nationals: analysis of the Nats over Memorial Day Weekend winning two of three games against the American League West-leading Seattle Mariners and then authoring an 8-4 win at the Atlanta Braves...and reaction to the Nats designating outfielder Victor Robles for assignment 56:45 - Orioles: breakdown of the O's going 4-0 over Memorial Day Weekend via winning the final three games of a four-game sweep at the Major League-worst Chicago White Sox and then hammering the Boston Red Sox, 11-3 Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any gas-fireplace service, chimney cleaning or chimney inspection Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14:48 - Guest: Commanders insider Ben Standig of The Athletic on Commanders offseason practices under head coach Dan Quinn versus those with Ron Rivera as head coach, what has stood out about quarterback Jayden Daniels in rookie-minicamp and OTA practices, the state of the team at receiver, the likely distribution of touches among Commanders running backs in the 2024 regular season, whether another left-tackle acquisition is coming, the likelihood of a contract extension for right guard Samuel Cosmi in the 2024 offseason and the post-NFL Draft shuffling of the Commanders' front office 51:23 - Nationals: analysis of the Nats getting swept in three games at the Major League-leading Philadelphia Phillies 01:04:28 - Orioles: breakdown of the O's winning two of three games over the American League West-leading Seattle Mariners, including a great series for Orioles starting pitchers and a big series for shortstop Gunnar Henderson Visit PaulsonAndNace.com and tell Paulson & Nace that Al Galdi sent ya! Call Nova Fireplace And Stove at 571-513-3803, mention that Al Galdi sent ya and receive $25 off any gas-fireplace service, chimney cleaning or chimney inspection Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email Sales@BlueWirePods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Jason "Puck" Puckett  and Bill Krueger from ROOT Sports, brought to you by "Rise Above Foundation," discuss various topics related to baseball and the Seattle Mariners. They start by joking about their progress in using technology. They then talk about the Mariners' recent success against the Astros and the competitiveness of the American League West. They also discuss the performance of Josh Rojas and the potential lineup changes when J.P. Crawford returns from injury. They analyze the struggles of Jarred Kelenic and George Kirby's early exit from a game due to knee soreness. The conversation ends with a discussion about the Rise Above Foundation and their upcoming golf tournament.Rundown 00:00 Puck and Bill laugh about their use of technology 02:18 Mariners' Success Against the Astros and AL West Competition04:27 Impressive Performance of Josh Rojas and Potential Lineup Changes08:08 Struggles of Julio Rodriguez and George Kirby's Knee Soreness, was he truly hurt?13:21 Promoting Bill's golf tournament

Kenny Ducey of the Action Network and Covers.com joins the show, to discuss his favorite MLB Bets to make on tonight's card and in the futures market. Plus, what has stood out to him throughout the first three weeks of the season, including why you should be very concerned about a pair of teams in the American League West. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices