Podcast appearances and mentions of bill krueger

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about why the Mariners continue to use the piggyback system plus the struggles of Rob Refsnyder and Cal Raleigh, then they discuss the general feelings about the M’s pitching staff including what Logan Gilbert’s future is here then Jackson Felts shares some World Cup insights.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 M’s piggybacking plan with their pitchers and how it backfired on Friday night, the experiment with Rob Refsnyder continuing to fail, Cal Raleigh’s return so far and looking no different than pre-injury, and Logan Gilbert’s really special run right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett starts off the show talking about a disappointing weekend series for the Mariners, Aroldis Chapman trade speculation and Puck still doesn't understand the allure to Shinnecock Hills.  No Go-2-Guy, Jim Moore on Monday, he's too busy playing golf!! Puck plays a few minutes from Jim Duquette's appearance from last Thursday that Puck couldn't play because of technical problems and Jim and Puck talk about the health of the team, M's rotation and why Aroldis Chapman makes sense for the Mariners Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”  and Puck have a lengthy chat about the Mariners last week, the struggles of Cal Raleigh, piggyback  with Miller and Castillo not working, injuries mounting, Dom Canzone season, Aroldis Chapman bullpen help, not trusting Andres Munoz and at the halfway point of the season, who are the Mariners?“On This Day…”   One of the worst trades in Seattle sports historyPuck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”  (1:00) Puck and Jim (28:10) Jim Duquette, MLB GM  Sirius XM Radio (39:41) Bill Krueger (1:24:53 ) “On this Day…”  (1:27:52) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about Mariners concerns with Andres Munoz, the piggyback situation and what to do with the shortstop position, plus Cal Raleigh’s return, then they discuss the Knicks winning the NBA Finals on Saturday before the BRC Golden Moment with a bit of World Cup talk with Jackson. And David Smoak from 365 Sports joins to discuss Brendan Sorsby leaving Texas Tech.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 continued issues for Andres Munoz, how much the team needs catcher Cal Raleigh back both for his offense and defense, the starting rotation’s piggyback deal with perhaps a new duo, and what the team will do at shortstop with J.P. Crawford back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore discuss the Mariners road trip, dumb platoons on the horizon, Puck's incredible youth baseball loss over the weekend, best thing about Fife, and the dumb and douchey move by actor and Seattle native Chris Pratt. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”  and Puck chat about the last week of Mariners baseball, six-man rotation, Bryce Miller, Luis Castillo's potential new role, JP at third base and should Cole Young stay in the leadoff spot?“On This Day…”  The Bear does it again and a feat in baseball that hasn't been done since in MLB history. Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   The Scottish soccer can base is the best (1:00) Puck and Jim (45:30) Bill Krueger (1:14:32) “On this Day…”  (1:16:16) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Brendan Sorsby case in Texas and now being allowed to play college football after gambling on it, the talk with Bill Krueger about the Mariners, including Josh Naylor’s hard play, Andres Munoz’s bad Sunday, Luis Castillo’s surge, and Colt Emerson’s new injury, then have Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners analyst and pitcher Bill Krueger joins Softy and Dick Fain to discuss Josh Naylor playing hard and angering other teams, Andres Munoz having a bad day Sunday with a blown save, Luis Castillo’s resurgence and spot in the starting rotation, Colt Emerson’s new back injury, and the lack of concerns with George Kirby recently.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore are back together talking Mariners disappointing season, Andres Munoz closer situation up in the air, Josh Naylor antics in Detroit, Brendan Sorsby is playing again for Texas Tech and a hilarious video that captures Bend, Oregon perfectly. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck wrap up the week that was Mariners baseball, including a discussion on Andres Munoz and whether or not they should remove him from the closers role?  They also discuss the weekend of antics from Josh Naylor. “On This Day…”  Seattle Mariners top pick in MLB Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?” Another messy situation in college football (1:00) Puck and Jim (43:50) Bill Krueger (1:06:13) “On this Day…”  (1:08:35) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Bill Krueger about the Mariners six-game winning streak, the six-man starting rotation, handling Luis Castillo and Bryce Miller, and the down AL West, then Softy and Jackson discuss the big money joining the Kraken’s Ownership group and potentially the future Sonics, then share a BRC Golden Moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the M’s going on a six-game winning streak right now, the change to a six-man starting pitching rotation, how the team handled the rotation changes with Luis Castillo, Bryce Miller’s role, the backup catcher spot when Cal Raleigh returns, and the down AL West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore, react to the Mariners six-game winning streak, six man rotation, piggybacking, Cougs baseball and Ryan Rowland-Smith is upset with Jim Moore…why!?Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck  discuss the red hot Seattle Mariners!  The team is starting to play like everyone envisioned when the season started.  They also discuss the season from Cole Young, should Luke Raley play more and what are the benefits from using the piggyback and six-man rotation?“On This Day…”   The Sonics deliver! Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”  (1:00) Puck and Jim (37:43) Bill Krueger (1:02:44  ) “On this Day…”  (1:05:40) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the second hour, Softy and Dick talk to Bill Krueger about the Mariners piggyback and whether Luis Castillo and Bryce Miller should be upset, the M's defensive issues, why they aren't sharp right now and can't hit lefties. Also, they discuss talk about a Devon Witherspoon extension and a future Sam Darnold extension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy and Dick talk to Bill Krueger about the Mariners piggyback and whether Luis Castillo and Bryce Miller should be upset, the M's defensive issues, why they aren't sharp right now and can't hit lefties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett starts off today's show sharing his thoughts on PiggyGate and the Mariners cannot continue putting Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo in this situation.  Something needs to change and it needs to change quickly. John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com  sits down with Puck to discuss the biggest question marks for all the northwest college football schools heading into the summer. Will WSU fans step up? Can Jedd Fisch get his offensive going?  Will Dante Moore take the next step and is JaMarcus Shephard ready at Oregon State?  They also discuss the Pac-12 and MWC financial settlement that appears to greatly benefit the Pac-12 and they discuss the Washington State baseball team qualifying for postseason play and will be playing Oregon State on Friday in the Eugene regional. Brad Adam, Mariners TV, joins Puck from Sacramento and he's trying to make sense of what's going on with Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo and could this be a problem in the Mariners clubhouse?  Puck gets a special visit from Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” who has some serious issues with how the Mariners are handling Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo.  Bill states that the Mariners need to make a call now and put an end to the piggyback. “On This Day…”  A Boston Garden miracle Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”    Left for dead and WSU baseball pushes through(1:00) Puck (8:18) John Canzano (32:13 ) Brad Adam (47:57) Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” (1:05:55)  “On this Day….”  (1:15:15 ) “Hey, What the Puck!?” 

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the M’s getting swept by the Padres, their new pitching plan for Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo, and Colt Emerson being brought up, then they discuss fan behavior and interactions plus how players can and should respond, then get to a softball BRC Golden Moment.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.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore, start off the Monday show trying to make sense of the up and down nature of the Seattle Mariners.  Is there optimism with the Mariners or are there major red flags with the team?  They also discuss the arrival of Colt Emerson and what his impact could be.  After wrapping up baseball, they discuss the great story of Aaron Rai winning his first major and the lessons he learned from his parents. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck chat about the week that was Mariners baseball which saw them take three of four from Houston, but get swept by the San Diego Padres.  How worried is Bill about the current state of the team?  Does Bill see some disturbing signs from Logan Gilbert's Saturday start and is he more concentred about Gilbert or Luis Castillo?  The Colt Emerson era has begun, Bill shares his thoughts on the young star.  “On This Day…”    Mr. October Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?” A wonderful inspirational sports story(1:00) Puck and Jim (38:41) Bill Krueger (1:02:23  ) “On this Day…”  (1:05:17) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners going to a six-man rotation, Luis Castillo and Cal Raleigh’s continued issues and the concerns about both players, plus the M’s defense, then the guys debate the validity of the NBA draft lottery, why there’s no way it’s rigged, and players in the draft.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.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore, who is from the side of the road in Oregon in a U-Haul driving back from Pullman following his twin boys graduation from WSU.  They talk about his boys graduating, missing them watching sports, Puck's weekend of baseball , another disappointing Mariners series, struggles of Cal Raleigh, Dan Wilson pulling Logan Gilbert early and the absurdity of NFL schedule release day. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck recap the past week of Mariners baseball and why they continue to struggle against left handers, why Cal is struggling, and why is Dan Wilson pulling Logan Gilbert after 86 pitches?“On This Day…”    A birthday celebration for a Seattle sports icon Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?” Bad message from the NBA on Victor Wembenyama. (1:00) Puck and Jim (36:22) Bill Krueger (58:41 ) “On this Day…”  (1:02:55) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

With all of the struggles this Mariners team is facing, the main topic of discussion for everyone seems to be what will happen to the starting rotation once Bryce Miller returns. Someone to the bullpen or a 6-man rotation; which makes the most sense and which do we want to see actually happen? :30- Sup!?! We open up the text line and take questions for our listeners about everything from managing a baseball team to martinis and athleticism. :45- Framber Valdez was suspended 5 games for hitting Trevor Story intentionally. It was a slap on the wrist, but should we really have expected more? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blockbuster trades, 6-man rotations and NBA expansion; we covered it all on Thursday's show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Headlines and BILL KRUEGER Bill joins the show to help us navigate all of the conversations surrounding Mariners pitching. We start with Andres Munoz- is he seeing anything wrong with Muni? Does he have any concerns that Luis Castillo won't come out of the early season struggles? Bryce Miller is close to coming back, so what would Bill do with the rotation once Miller returns? What does Bill think of Emerson Hancock's success so far this season? How much stock does he put into a first-year starter dominating Double-A? :30- Ken Walker was making the rounds yesterday and :45- Chuck get super Reckless at Breakfast today… Is it possible that MLB umpires weren't as bad as we thought they were? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and BILL KRUEGER Bill joins the show to help us navigate all of the conversations surrounding Mariners pitching. We start with Andres Munoz- is he seeing anything wrong with Muni? Does he have any concerns that Luis Castillo won't come out of the early season struggles? Bryce Miller is close to coming back, so what would Bill do with the rotation once Miller returns? What does Bill think of Emerson Hancock's success so far this season? How much stock does he put into a first-year starter dominating Double-A? :30- Ken Walker was making the rounds yesterday and :45- Chuck get super Reckless at Breakfast today… Is it possible that MLB umpires weren't as bad as we thought they were?

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the M’s getting swept by the Royals last weekend and the starting rotation, then talk to Emerson Hancock about his 14 strikeout game on Saturday and his changes from last season to now, then for their BRC Golden Moment, they listen back to Randy Johnson’s speech.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.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore discuss the weekend disaster for the Mariners that included Matt Brash going on the IL, Cal Raleigh is banged up, Randy continues to be Randy, Emerson Hancock, the Big Unit's celebration, enough of the platoons and a great moment in television history with “Inside the NBA.” Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck try to make sense of what happened to the Mariners over the weekend after coming back from a 5-1 road trip.  Cal Raleigh's injury could be serious, Bryan Woo struggles, Emerson Hancock stays in the rotation, Bryce Miller to the bullpen and why they can't hit left hand hitters. “On This Day…”    A Masters champion's birthday Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   Hancock must stay in the rotation (1:00) Puck and Jim (42:25) Bill Krueger (1:08:34 ) “On this Day…”  (1:11:18) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners sweeping the Cardinals in St. Louis, Bryan Woo’s rough start, memories of playing with and getting to know Randy Johnson, plus Cole Young’s development, then the guys discuss walking batters in no hitters and the rarity of losing game after having pitched a no-hitter, and then they discuss the Seahawks draft and offensive line status.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the M’s sweeping the Cardinals in St. Louis over the weekend, Dan Wilson’s good week with decision making, the bullpen and weight on Jose Ferrer, Bryan Woo’s rough outing on Saturday and his start to 2026, playing with Randy Johnson who is getting honored at T-Mobile Park this weekend and getting to know Randy, plus Cole Young’s great year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore start off the show talking M's, Seattle travel hell, Puck's broken ferry system, Puck's weekend of watching the most obnoxious travel baseball team and Jim is now Ambassador Moore!” Rob Staton, SeahawksDraftBlog.comjoins Puck to share his thoughts on the Seahawks draft and how he thinks John Schneider and the crew did and what else stood out to him from other storylines in the NFL Draft. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck recap the week of Mariners and the offense has finally turned the corner! “On This Day…”    Ground Chuck! Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   Travel ball nightmare (1:00) Puck and Jim (31:08) Rob Staton, SeahawksDraftBlog.com (46:23) Bill Krueger (1:08:53 ) “On this Day…”  (1:13:40) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about the M’s pitching staff and what happens with Bryce Miller returns, Jose Ferrer in the pen, plus how the bullpen is used by Dan Wilson, then they revisit audio from earlier today and get to the BRC Golden Moment before NFL Draft Analyst Lance Zierlein joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Softy and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners pitching situations including Bryan Woo’s top spot in the rotation, what will happen when Bryce Miller returns and if the bullpen is an option, Emerson Hancock’s great season so far, Jose Ferrer against right handed hitters, and Matt Brash’s usage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore are back together after two weeks apart and they are all over the place as Jim has picked up a stray dog on the side of the road and the dog was really, really excited, the M's are playing better, changes at KJR, the Diana Russini fallout and Angie Mentink AI saga. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck discuss the week that was Mariners baseball, Andres Munoz, Josh Naylor struggles, leg kick vs. non-leg kick, Julio's turnaround, Dan Wilson's platoon game, starting pitching and Bill is not concerned with the M's record. “On This Day…”    The GOAT delivers one of the best games in NBA history. Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   Victor Wembanyama, never seen anyone like him. (1:00) Puck and Jim (59:18) Bill Krueger (1:28:43 ) “On this Day…”  (1:30:49) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger about the M’s righting the ship with a win today and four-game sweep over the Astros, then they share the Bellevue Rare Coins Golden Moment which happened today, then Kraken broadcaster Al Kinisky hops on with 3 games remaining.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Softy and Hugh Millen to discuss Seattle’s sweep of Houston, taking advantage of all of the Astros pitchers fails, Emerson Hancock taking the next step with an improved off-speed pitch, the entire pitching staff being on point right now, Colt Emerson moving up quickly, plus Kade Anderson’s timing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   joins Puck in Hawaii as he continues to get soaked with the rain! They discuss the last week of M's baseball that included a sweep by the Rangers and taking the first three against the Houston Astros.  Logan Gilbert continues to pitch well, Luis Castillo roughed up again, Cal and Julio turning the corner, Josh Naylor concerns and the dominance of Bryan Woo. 

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett opens the show talking about the M's rough series against the Angels and it was inexcusable to lose to that team especially with the pitchers they rolled out.  The big three, Cal, Julio and Naylor continue to struggle and Cal looks lost at the plate.  Also, J.P. Crawford made comments about the Colt Emerson signing that needed more context because of how the public perceived his initial reaction. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”   and Puck discuss the disappointing week for the Mariners.  What is going on with the offense and specifically Cal and Julio?  Also, where will Brendan Donovan play when Colt Emerson comes up?  Also,  Bill reacts to the Emerson contract and does he like the new trend in baseball?  Also, M's starters have been fantastic, Emerson Hancock looks different and should we be worried about the health of Andres Munoz?Travis Fulton, TravisFultonGolf.com, previews the Masters with Puck.  Who is playing the best golf right now, who are the sleepers going into the week, current trends and can Rory repeat?“On This Day…”    The Kingdome debuts for the Mariners Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   Mariners TV needs to be better. (1:00) Puck(13:10) Bill Krueger (45:54) Travis Fulton, (1:11:30 ) “On this Day…”  (1:26:24) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Jackson Felts react to the Mariners start to the season including Cal Raleigh’s ongoing struggles at the plate, then get Bill Krueger’s insight into the M’s, Cal, Jose Ferrer’s time on the mound so far, having no concerns with Logan Gilbert, and more, then Mike Benton, calling tonight’s Kraken game, joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the Jo Adell three-home-run-robbery game, Cal Raleigh’s struggles at the plate being connected to the World Baseball Classic, Jose Ferrer’s issues on the mound right now, having no concerns about Logan Gilbert, Cole Young’s hot start, and the pitching so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and Jim Moore are back recapping the first week of the baseball season for the M's, the television fiasco with the team, struggles of their middle order, Sonics expansion news, food etiquette on a plane, Tiger Woods and the Masters is 10 days away! Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”  reacts to the first week of games as the M's split with Cleveland.   Brendan Donovan's impact, Cal's early struggles, pulling Logan Gilbert first game, and what young pitcher would Bill sign to an extension if he could only pick one?“On This Day…”    A legendary horse and Seahawk celebrate birthdaysPuck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   M's fans…relax. It's a long season. (1:00) Puck and Jim (53:24) Bill Krueger (1:23:55) “On this Day…”  (1:26:22) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Puck previews the upcoming baseball season with Bill Krueger, Jim Duquette, Brad Adam and Ryan Divish.  Go M's! 

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler sits down with Mariners Chairman John Stanton to talk about the Mariners in 2026, the Cal-Randy situation, scheduling changes, and their spending abilities, then Softy and Jackson Felts react to that conversation before some Fun with Audio, then former pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger talks about the M’s starting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Softy to talk about the state of the team entering a new season today, Josh Naylor coming back to Seattle, how Cal Raleigh can continue to find big offensive numbers in 2026, the addition of reliever Jose Ferrer, Julio Rodriguez looking for a hot start, and the AL West battle against Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and Jim Moore chat about the huge contract for Jaxon Smith-Njigba,  the Mariners opening day on Thursday, NBA expansion news, Randy and Cal beef squashed, betting on women's college basketball and they hurl insults at one another as Jim sits in a Safeway parking lot in Sandy, Oregon. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” is back again this year talking Mariners and Bill is very bullish on this years team and feels like they are primmed to represent the American League in the World Series.  They cover Brendan Donovan's impact, full year of Josh Naylor, Cal's encore, Julio starting faster and what makes them so good heading into the year. “On This Day…”    A great on the track and the court celebrate birthdays! Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   Civility has been lost in society (1:00) Puck and Jim (34:08) Bill Krueger (1:08:18) “On this Day…”  (1:13:33) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Bill Krueger about the M’s in 2026 after a strong season last year, platoon spots and trying to maintain their offense, then the guys discuss the Seahawks in free agency plus wanting to build defenses first.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger joins Softy and Dick to talk about the Mariners building on 2025 with their off-season moves, the group trying to fill second base and designated hitter, the offense trying to maintain the level they were at last season, Julio Rodriguez working with Edgar Martinez on a successful season, and the team avoiding a slow start with a better team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett starts off the show with the Go-2-Guy Jim Moore is on the road in Hood River but checks in from his hotel room.  They cover everything from the Cougs win over Toledo, to Mariners fans still upset over the Game 7 loss, people saying they aren't watching the World Series and we have a media fight on our hands locally that Puck and Jim want to see in the boxing ring for charity! Over to the Seahawks as it's time for “The Dugar Report” with Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, who joins Puck every Monday to chat about the Seahawks.  Mike reacts to the weekend of NFL games, the Seahawks win over the Texas looks better after their win over the 49ers.  Quarterback play stood out on Sunday and it's all about the right fit for a young QB.  As they get ready to face Washington, what's the status on their injured secondary and the trade status of Riq Woolen?Bill Krueger, host of the “Old School Baseball” podcast pays one final weekly visit to dissect the Mariners offseason. What went wrong in game seven?  Why are the Mariners and other MLB teams codling starting pitchers and what is the priority heading into the offseason for Seattle?Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?”   Huge offseason for the Mariners and what is MLB thinking with their awards schedule??(1:00) Puck and Jim (35:40) Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic  (55:40) Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” (1:35:50) “Hey, What the Puck!?”