Podcast appearances and mentions of John Schneider

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker react to the news that José Berríos has undergone Tommy John surgery before being joined by Pittsburgh general manager and former Blue Jays executive Ben Cherington (13:05) ahead of the Pirates' weekend series in Toronto. He shares his thoughts on the Pirates' season so far, Brandon Lowe's impact, how Konnor Griffin has adjusted to the majors, and Paul Skenes' elite mentality. Then, Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability. Finally, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi (32:02) shares the latest on Alejandro Kirk's status, what the team expects from Trey Yesavage against the Yankees, Daulton Varsho's recent adjustment at the dish, the plan for Spencer Miles and the fifth spot in the rotation, and what the batting order might look like when the team is fully healthy. 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.

Episode 500 looks back at the Seattle Seahawks previous championship window to spot what fueled the decline from back-to-back Super Bowl appearances. The conversation centers on three of John Schneider's costly inflection points from 2013 to 2015: the Percy Harvin trade and contract (and the draft opportunity cost), sacrificing trench stability by trading Pro Bowl center Max Unger for Jimmy Graham, and focusing on perimeter talent while missing on investments in the trenches. We revisit draft classes that produced limited impact in 2013 and 2014. And while the 2015 class was highlighted by Tyler Lockett and Frank Clark, they ended up moving on early from an offensive lineman who had a solid career with the Colts. We compare that era's heavy roster turnover to the current team's continuity. And Seattle appears to be avoiding splashy trades, prioritizing the right re-signings, and keeping flexibility to invest in the trenches to extend their window this time around. In the second half of the show, we talk more about the schedule release and the potential timeline for the return of Zach Charbonnet. We also thank our members of the flock who have helped get us to 500 episodes of the years. The "unfairness" of the schedule is the focus of the Do Better segment along with the continued idea of Sam Darnold having to live up to higher expectations. Better at Life honors go out to Dr. Bobby Wagner and an example of how Seahawks fans have an impact on each other outside of football. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome Newsday Yankees reporter Erik Boland (3:05) ahead of the Blue Jays' second game in the Bronx. They discuss the breaking news that Gerrit Cole will return this week, what the Jays bats can expect from Will Warren, Aaron Judge's season so far, and whether Ben Rice's hot start is sustainable. Then, Jeff and Kevin chat about where Judge stands on the list of the greatest hitters of all time before listening to John Schneider's pre-game availability. Later, the voice of the Blue Jays, Dan Shulman (27:55), stops by to discuss the vibes in New York, positive signs from George Springer despite a rough final at-bat, John Schneider's decision to go to Yariel Rodriguez, how Dylan Cease should approach the Yankees' lineup, Brandon Valenzuela's eventful Yankee Stadium debut, and why tonight's matchup is a 'must-win.' 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.

MLB Network analyst and former catcher Alex Avila (2:43) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss the state of the American League after 40 games, how players break out of mid-season slumps, what Brandon Valenzuela can expect in his first game behind the plate at Yankee Stadium, and why Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has so much success in the Bronx. Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability before welcoming in Yankees radio analyst Suzyn Waldman (31:20) to discuss the recent offensive drop-off in New York, solutions for their struggling bullpen, their ceiling in 2026, and her conversation with Bo Bichette. 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.

Sho Alli and Nick Ashbourne break down the Blue Jays' 2-1 win in extra innings vs. the Tigers to even the series at one game apiece! They take your calls and texts, and discuss Yohendrick Piñango launching his first MLB home run while Spencer Miles shoves over 3.2 IP in a bulk outing on a bullpen day - what could their roles look like going forward? Could Piñango continue to hit near the top of the order while the rest of the team figures it out? Plus, they get into the struggles for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer - could John Schneider shake up the top of the batting order if that keeps up?   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.

John Schneider, Manager of the Toronto Blue Jays, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to share an update on the injury list ahead of tonight's series opener in Detroit. John also weighs in on Daulton Varsho's walk-off grand slam, the dip in defence efficiency this season, Yohendrick Piñango's performance, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s chance to break out on this road trip, and much more! Ben Shulman (26:57), Blue Jays radio play-by-play voice, stops by to chat about Wednesday's potential turning point moment, George Springer's form midway through May, Spencer Miles' projected start on Saturday, and Brandon Valenzuela's upside. 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.

Sheil Kapadia joins Mina to rank their top 10 NFL head coaches and top 5 general managers heading into the season. Who's too high? Who got snubbed? (0:00) Welcome to The Mina Kimes show featuring Lenny! (3:00) Mina's top 3 coaches (4:30) Is Kyle Shanahan a top 3 coach? (7:30) Top 3 coaches (13:10) Sheil's 4 and 5  (14:45) The case for Jim Harbaugh (17:40) Where should Ben Johnson rank? (20:45) Where should Andy Reid rank? (23:30) Where should Mike Vrabel rank? (28:50) Mina's 6,7,8 (29:35) Dan Campbell vs. Jim Harbaugh (33:15) Where should DeMeco Ryans rank? (36:10) Where should Sean Payton rank? (39:45) Where does Matt LaFleur rank? (43:30) Where does Kevin O'Connell rank? (47:05) Coaches just missed list  (48:18) Top 5 GMs (49:05) Howie Roseman (51:50) John Schneider (55:35) Les Snead (58:38) Eric DeCosta (1:01:20) Jason Licht (1:04:05) Nick Caserio (1:08:10) GMs just missed list  (1:10:35) See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sportsnet's Blue Jays TV analyst Joe Siddall (0:51) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to break down how Vlad Jr. could work his way out of his hitting slump, where Daulton Varsho's game is at both on the offensive and defensive side this season, Dylan Cease's pitching arsenal, how John Schneider will juggle around the lineup when Addison Barger and Nathan Lukes return, if Yohendrick Piñango is the odd man out, and what has gone wrong for George Springer in his at-bats. Then, former MLB pitcher and MLB Network Analyst Dan Plesac stops by (26:52) to share his experience with role changes out of the bullpen, why he has two New York Yankees starters at the top of his pitching rankings, why WBC could be a strong indication of players' slow starts, if the New York Mets can fix their season, and which players have caught his eye across the league.  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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' loss to the Tampa Bay Rays in extra innings. They discuss the Jays' five-run seventh inning, the Rays taking advantage with their speed, Shane McClanahan's dominant outing, Daulton Varsho's outfield defence, and how Dylan Cease can set the Jays up for a better result in the series finale. Later, three-time manager of the year Joe Maddon (28:08) joins the show to share his thoughts on the Rays' formula, why it's too early for Jays fans to start panicking, how John Schneider can get the most out of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and why Cease's adjustments towards being more efficient are sustainable. 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.

Former MLB right fielder and current hitting coach for the Tampa Bay Rays Chad Mottola (0:34) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to chat about what makes a great run producer, the types of development paths for his hitters, if batter technology has caught up to pitcher tech, the transition back to playing at Tropicana Field after a season at Steinbrenner Field, the next steps in Junior Caminero's offence, Kevin Cash's managerial philosophy, and how to be athletic in a player's at-bats. Then, MLB Insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith (25:08) takes a look at how the baseball club are either actively looking or just monitoring the pitching market, if an impact player on both sides could be moved earlier in the trade market, the clubhouse vibe around the quarter mark, if John Schneider would consider moving Vlad Jr. in the lineup, Jeff Hoffman's potential return to the 9th inning, Brandon Valenzuela's adjustment to the Majors, and Andrés Giménez's hot bat.  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.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning start the second hour alongside Gord Stellick, former Maple Leafs GM and friend of the show, to break down what has been a turbulent week in Leafs land. They touch on the front office changes, the team's offseason priorities, concerns about the defence, Craig Berube remaining behind the bench, and what the draft lottery win means for the franchise moving forward. They also discuss Mitch Marner and the lingering debate around his playoff legacy in Toronto. The conversation then shifts to the Toronto Blue Jays and their decision to DFA Eric Lauer, debating whether his criticism of manager John Schneider played a role beyond performance. The hour wraps with a look at controversial playoff moments across sports and reaction to LeBron James addressing his future after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Was last night his final NBA game? 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Dan Shulman to dig into what's fueling the Blue Jays' struggles, including unexpected defensive issues and John Schneider's performance through the skid. They also hit on early MLB surprises, Jeff Hoffman's return to form, Kazuma Okamoto's hot streak, and Dylan Cease's ceiling this season. The hour wraps with listener questions on the Back Leg Line. 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 affiliate.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Blue Jays manager John Schneider to discuss looming roster decisions once Addison Barger returns, the latest on José Berríos' injury, and Jeff Hoffman settling back in after changing roles. They also get into Dylan Cease's efficiency, Trey Yesavage's pitch mix, Jesús Sánchez's struggles, and whether there's lingering concern around George Springer's injury. Plus, why Toronto's stars need to deliver in big moments and a final round of questions from the Back Leg Line. 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 affiliate.

Luthor, Pt. II: That's Not Your DadClark Luthor manages to find a way back to Earth-1 and traps our Clark back on Earth-2, where everyone knows his weakness. Jon Kent of Earth-2, a divorced drunk, takes C.K. hostage for ransom and somehow C.K. wants him as his daddy even MORE. As C.K. is fighting for a way back to his home, C.L. doesn't even try to hide his identity and only wants to kill Earth-2 Lionel and have sex with his "sister", Tess.John Schneider returns for a special appearance as Jon Kent of Earth-2.As always, enjoy the show and leave those FIVE STARS!

JD and Ben Nicholson-Smith, MLB insider and Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter, discuss what happened between John Schneider and Tyler Heineman, the catcher battle between Heineman and Brandon Valenzuela, multiple positive injury updates for the Jays lineup, new expectations for Kazuma Okamoto, what to do if José Berríos continues to struggle in the minor leagues, and Tarik Skubal needing surgery. The show ends with "What We Missed" 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.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' split series against the Minnesota Twins. They discuss John Schneider's decision to bench Tyler Heineman, Kazuma Okamoto's hot streak, and whether Dylan Cease's pursuit of efficiency is compromising his strikeout stuff. Later, Sportsnet MLB insider Shi Davidi joins the show (27:18) to help tee up the Jays' series against the Rays in Tampa and discuss Heineman's benching, George Springer's tough luck in the batter's box, and what the lineup might look like when the team is back healthy. 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.

What better way to cap a 22-games-in-23-days stretch than with a visit to the Trop? Fresh off the road, Arden checks in to look ahead to this week's Rays series (01:21) before recounting what he saw from the Blue Jays in Minneapolis (07:53), including thoughts on Kazuma Okamoto's heater (16:23), Dylan Cease's changeup development (44:15), and what happened between John Schneider and Tyler Heineman (53:41). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning open the week by recapping the Raptors' Game 7 loss in Cleveland. The boys discuss Darko Rajaković's pride in the team, key takeaways from the series, and whether individual performances stand out more than the team's overall showing. They break down Toronto's offensive struggles in the third quarter, evaluate Scottie Barnes' impact and long-term outlook, and reflect on the value of postseason experience for the Raptors' young core. The conversation also covers RJ Barrett's strong series, Brandon Ingram's fit and future with the team, and overall optimism moving forward. After the break, they shift to the Blue Jays' series split in Minnesota, highlighting Kazuma Okamoto's power surge, George Springer's health concerns, and a recent situation involving Tyler Heineman and John Schneider. They also discuss the impact of Alejandro Kirk's absence behind the plate and José Berríos' rehab setback. 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.

Bump and Stacy examine the recent discourse over the Seahawks draft, evaluating how John Schneider has evolved over the years, look forward to Russell Wilson's potential career in broadcasting, dive deeper into the Seahawks late-round picks that will have the chance to shine on special teams, and share some takes they are sick and tired of.

Blue Jays Manager John Schneider joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker for his weekly chat! Skip shares the latest on José Berríos and Addison Barger as they continue to work back from injury, his takeaways from Trey Yesavage's return to the mound, and what he learned from the team's "State of the Squad" meeting. They also touch on his lineup's lack of home run production, what's changed for Daulton Varsho and Kazuma Okamoto at the plate, the keys to success for Patrick Corbin and Tyler Rogers, and how Jeff Hoffman has handled his role change. John wraps up with his thoughts on the Blue Jays' outlook heading into May with a 14-17 record. Later, Thad Levine (27:45), former Twins GM and co-host of Rosters to Rings, investigates Carlos Mendoza's vote of confidence in New York, the Red Sox clearing house, and the Phillies' struggles through April. They wrap up the week with discussion about a potential lockout in 2027 and what's on the table for both sides. 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.

WAYNE RANDAZZO (Apple TV PxP) Wayne is on the mariners broadcast tonight and is the voice of the Angels as well, so we talk to him about the Royals coming into town and get a look at the rest of the AL West. Does Mike Trout have more left in the tank? Does he see Cal Raleigh being a legit superstar? What are his early impressions of the ABS system? :30- Are the Seahawks the team to beat going into the 2026-27 season? It sure seems that John and Mike have created something special and other teams should be paying close attention. :45- We close out the show and the week with Booze News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rumors started floating around from a couple reputable baseball dudes that Logan Gilbert could be traded IN-season this year… Chuck takes a look at what options the Mariners would actually have if they made the move. How likely is it and does it make sense? :30- EMMANUEL HENDERSON JR (Seattle Seahawks draft pick) Emmanuel makes his first visit with the show and talks about being drafted by the Seahawks. When does he come to town? How did he celebrate? Who does he already know here? :45- Apparently RGIII thinks Vrabel and Russini isn't being talked about enough… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) - The NFL schedule release is a few weeks away, do we have any more insight into the 2026-27 Seahawks schedule? - The Hawks drafted Jadarian Price in the first round and released Cam Akers yesterday. As is sits; is this the group they're running with? - Is there an expectation that Bud Clark and Julian Neal will play a lot? - Looking back at the 2025 draft class- who is somebody that Gregg thinks will show up big time this year? - What is the “Competitor's Scale?” :30- ABC's of the Mariners - G is for Gilbert: Logan gets the start today against Joe Ryan. - H is for Hoppe: Alex Hoppe made his MLB debut yesterday, which version of Hoppe is the real one? - I is for inexcusable: we love Cole Young, but there were a couple things he did last night that were inexcusable. :45- Here we go, we are already hearing that there may be some delays with a decision on possible NBA expansion… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RUNDOWN   Mitch and Scott kick off Episode 380 bouncing from NFL Draft randomness to a suddenly red-hot Mariners team, while laying out a packed show of Seahawks, Mariners, and Kraken breakdowns. Along the way, Mitch zeroes in on John Schneider's shift from "fancy" to predictable—and why that might actually be the secret sauce behind Seattle's recent success. Seahawks flips four picks into eight and checks most of its boxes, but the first-round running back raises eyebrows—was it smart roster building or a forced move? Seahawks No-Table dig into Schneider's "fairways and greens" approach, question the risk in the backfield, and spotlight key additions like Bud Clark while hinting that help at edge rusher is still coming. A sweep in St. Louis flips the vibe fast—suddenly the bats are alive, the lineup is producing, and Seattle looks like a real contender again. Mariners No-Table break down the surge from the big hitters, the rise of Cole Young as a legit everyday piece, and why this stretch could be the turning point—if they keep stacking wins against weaker opponents. The Kraken's late-season free-fall gets real—what looked like a playoff team turns out to be smoke, mirrors, and unsustainable luck. Kraken No-Table dig into a fragile roster, mixed messaging from leadership, and a franchise stuck between rebuilding and pretending it's close—setting up a pivotal, "prolific" offseason that could finally define a direction.   GUESTS   Brady Henderson | ESPN Seahawks Insider Jacson Bevens | Seahawks analyst and Cigar Thoughts podcast Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over Slot RJ Eskanos | Emerald City Hockey Darren Brown | The Sound of Hockey   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Draft, Brooms, and Chaos 18:11 | Seahawks No-Table: Seahawks Play It Straight… But Did They Reach for Need? 41:06 | Mariners No-Table: From Dead to Dangerous, Mariners Wake Up at the Plate 1:02:40 | Kraken No-Table: From "Team of Destiny" to Total Collapse 1:24:22 | Other Stuff Segment: Cheap Portland Trail Blazers ownership (cost-cutting controversies), Lawrence Taylor health scare, Puka Nacua lawsuit/rehab situation, bizarre minor league no-hitter loss (Braxton Garrett), JR Ritchie MLB debut (Bainbridge HS), Kalen DeBoer contract extension at Alabama, Montana moose radio station story. HEADLINES Madonna releasing album on Grindr, Big game hunter trampled by elephants, Indian temple requiring cow urine consumption, Louisiana restaurant caught with roadkill deer meat RIPs Rod Martin (Raiders LB), Patrick Muldoon (actor), Alan Osmond (The Osmonds), Don Schlitz (songwriter, "The Gambler"), Dave Mason (Traffic), Nedra Talley Ross (The Ronettes)

The Seattle Seahawks 2026 draft class gets the full recap after covering the draft from the road. From three picks at or near their original selection on Day 1 & 2 to a chaotic Day 3 trade spree that doubled this year's pick total. We talk about John Schneider's "targeted" plan and clear themes: needs-based selections, versatile and physical defenders, and guys that have a clear Seahawks mentality. The top picks get the spotlight: Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price, TCU safety Bud Clark as a favorite for his ball skills and swagger, and Arkansas CB Julian Neal as a press-minded, willing tackler. The late-round swing to trade up for Iowa guard Beau Stevens highlights the flexibility Schneider had with his 2027 draft selections thanks to his free agency strategy this year. We close on special-teams-focused payers like Emmanuel Henderson Jr., Andre Fuller, and Michael Dansby, developmental nose tackle Devon Eastern, plus quick thoughts on how the class stacks up to recent drafts. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

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!?”

The M's sweep the weekend! Thank goodness; we needed that and now we are 1 game below .500. :30- Mariners Morning After The Mariners won 3 close games in St Louis and they did it will some unlikely heroes throughout the weekend. Rob Refsnyder came through on Sunday with the game-winner and Emerson Hancock and the bullpen got things done on their end. :45-Oh yeah, the NFL Draft was this weekend and just as you'd suspect, John Schneider and the Seahawks turned 4 picks into 8. What did we think of the picks and how were the Seahawks graded?

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) The Seahawks turned their 4 draft picks into 8 and Gregg gives us some of the stories and insight into the newest additions. :30- The NFC West was not without drama in this draft and we start with the Rams. The Rams selected Ty Simpson with the 13th pick and it didn't seem like head coach Sean McVay was thrilled with that. Do you buy his eplanation and isn't it ok for there to be some disagreements? :45- ABC's of the Mariners - E is for the Emersons: things are getting interesting for Hancock and Colt… - F is for Firings: Boston fired everyone and with so many team having high expectations and slow starts, more teams might follow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hour two of our MMQB breakdown with Hugh Millen! We circle back to the Seahawks first round pick and get Hugh's thoughts on whether or not Jadarian Price was the right choice at 32? Is there an area Hugh wishes the Seahawks would have covered or an area of concern coming out of the draft? :30- What does Hugh think of how things went down with the rest of the NFC West in the Draft? Which team was he most intrigued by in this year's draft in general? Arizona took Jeremiyah Love with the 3rd pick, smart move? :45- We wrap up the show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HUGH MILLEN joins the show for a full breakdown of the 2026 Seahawks Draft. What is his immediate reaction to the draft? Hugh helps us get a better look at the 2nd pick for the Seahawks, Bud Clark and 3rd pick, Julian Neal. :30- We are back with Hugh as we continue to break down the Seahawks draft picks. Hugh gives us his thoughts on Guard, Beau Stephens out of Iowa. Could he play center eventually? :45- John made a lot of moves to grab more late-round draft picks and we have Hugh give us some info on our last four picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The M's sweep the weekend! Thank goodness; we needed that and now we are 1 game below .500. :30- Mariners Morning After The Mariners won 3 close games in St Louis and they did it will some unlikely heroes throughout the weekend. Rob Refsnyder came through on Sunday with the game-winner and Emerson Hancock and the bullpen got things done on their end. :45-Oh yeah, the NFL Draft was this weekend and just as you'd suspect, John Schneider and the Seahawks turned 4 picks into 8. What did we think of the picks and how were the Seahawks graded? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Stelton, Dave Wyman, Brock Huard, and Michael Bumpus are live at Seahawks Headquarters to break down all of the picks in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. They react to the Seahawks drafting Jadarian Price with the 32nd overall pick and listen to the press conference from John Schneider and Mike Macdonald. 

The Seahawks most definitely wanted to trade out of the 32nd pick, but they did get the guy they wanted. They just could've gotten him later. Ian tells you why day three is so important for the Seahawks throughout their history and the gems they found. Was yesterday's post-draft. Ross Tucker, CBS Sports gives Ian his impressions of the first round of the NFL draft and the Seahawks picking Jadarian Price at 32. He also takes a look at what the Rams did in choosing Ty Simpson at 13, a quarterback he allegedly hasn't talked to. When it comes to the Seahawks inability to trade back, it takes two to tango. The Seahawks still have a good team and they filled their biggest need. Ross provides his own experience with injuries he's been through as it pertains to certain draft picks. We look back at the Rams pick at #13 in Ty Simpson - what were they thinking? We listen to Rob Rang's take on Jadarian Price before the draft. Steve Palozzolo spoke about Jadarian Price prior to the draft and we have to admire this Nostradamus moment. Greg Cosell also previewed Price and we listen to his analysis. Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! Danny gives his take on the first round of the NFL draft, and using his institutional knowledge of the Seahawks' organization and John Schneider, reacts to the fact they actually picked at #32, with Jadarian Price becoming a Seattle Seahawks. More live from Seahawks HQ. Rob Rang, FOX Sports and BC Lions gives us a first round recap and a look ahead to what we should expect in rounds two and three today. As a writer, he's not the biggest fan of the faster time clock, but he certainly admits the entertainment value. Jadarian Price, Seahawks First Round Draft Pick joins Ian and Hugh to bask in the moment that was getting picked yesterday. He describes what it was like, and then, naturally, Hugh delves into the X's and O's of the running back position. Plus, the friendly and competitive running back room between he and Jeremiyah Love at Notre Dame. Finally, he talks about what his Mother means to him and what her adversity taught him about life. A quick preview of day 2 of the draft, which is just one hour away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (2:20) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to share some injury updates on George Springer, Trey Yesavage and more, why he isn't definitive on who he's bringing out in the 9th inning, Louis Varland's increase high-leverage workload, what adjustments he'd like to see from Kazuma Okamoto's at-bats, if he sees remnants of the 2025 Jays' identity on their recent road trip, Ernie Clement's contact rate, and Brandon Valenzuela's adjustment to the Majors. Then, the guys hear from GM and VP Ross Atkins on the team's start to the 2026 season and Jeff Hoffman not being designated as their closer. Afterwards, The Athletic's Jayson Stark stops by (33:38) to discuss the state of the Phillies, their president declaring manager Rob Thomson is not on the hot seat, if fans could dictate his future, and why the New York Yankees could be a real threat to the L.A. Dodgers.  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.

It's NFL Draft Day! Ian is live from the Virginia Mason Athletic Center and it's a different feeling this year coming off the Super Bowl. We are all but certain the Seahawks won't take a pick at 32. Greg Cosell, NFL Films takes us through the offensive lineman we'll see over the next three days of the Draft. Who could the Seahawks be coveting and within those, who is in reach? We take a look at a broad view of the Draft as well. Ian learns some new things about Jess, and they talk about the expectations they have in round one today. Ian is quite happy with the new clock on the picks in the first round which will make these things move a lot faster. The Dianna Russini situation appears to keep getting worse. Mike Vrabel won't be present for the 3rd day of the draft? Ian feels bad for her but also doesn't. Eno Sarris, The Athletic joins Ian to talk about the state of the Mariners. Offensively, we've seen on an uptick, but should we be worried about the pitching staff right now? We take a look around the league and what's happening in certain markets. They discuss the markets that could be ripe for expansion if it were to happen in MLB? Eno tells us what he's seen from the lineup so far and...oh no, we have a Softy question coming in. Hugh Millen hops on with Ian for a preview of what he thinks is going to happen in the draft in round one. Hugh tells us what he sees in John Schneider's philosophy when it comes to the draft. Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum joins Ian live at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center as we are just three hours away from the start of the 2026 NFL Draft! Corbin gives us his definition of John Schneider's philosophy when it comes to the draft. He says it's about finding the best player available and THEN plugging the needs as the draft continues. Things have changed over the years as Schneider enters his 17th draft with the Seahawks. Ian and Corbin look at the scenarios for the Seahawks in this first round and how it may affect the next two days, as well as those on the current roster. With the lack of quarterback star-power, this looks like an interesting draft to come. Checking in on the Texts and Talkbacks! Crosstalk with Softy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker look back on the Toronto Blue Jays' 7-3 loss in their series finale against the LA Angels. They discuss the signs that the offence is starting to turn a corner with George Springer nearing a return, and who would be the odd man out of the rotation when Trey Yesavage returns. Later, Jeff Passan (24:16), ESPN MLB insider and host of Sources Tell, joins the show to discuss his recent sit-down with World Series managers John Schneider and Dave Roberts, whether the Phillies will make a move after their losing streak hit eight games, and if Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is on the hot seat after their rough start. 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.

Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ireland are joined by Ramona Shelburne! Momo was in San Antonio last night where Wemby got a concussion. The Dodgers are in SF to take on the Giants! Dave Roberts and John Schneider sat down with Jeff Passan to discuss the 2025 World Series! Bergman joins the guys in the studio for another ‘Boys in Blue Report!' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off today's pregame edition of Blair and Barker with a chance for the Blue Jays to sweep away the Angels! They dive into last night's 4-2 victory and break down how the team survived another shaky outing from Jeff Hoffman, before sharing the lineups for today's matinee. Toronto Blue Jays starter Dylan Cease (05:12) chats about his experience with the Jays' coaching staff, balancing strikeouts with soft contact, his process on the mound, the variety of pitches in his arsenal, his view on the ABS system, and more! After the break (29:15), the guys touch on Trey Yesavage's subpar outing with Triple-A Buffalo, listen back to John Schneider's comments about the ninth inning, and project who will close games moving forward. 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.

Bob and Dave are joined by Matt Hasselbeck to get his thoughts on what sets the Seahawks’ player evaluation apart from the rest of the NFL, whether they need to address the offensive line in the offseason, and his experience getting drafted to the Packers, they dive into John Schneider’s draft process, and they hear how Mariners outfielder Rob Refsnyder is dealing with his slow start to the season in Sweeping the Dial. 

Bump and Stacy hear what Seahawks General Manager John Schneider and head coach Mike Macdonald had to say about their plans for pick 32 and the start of their offseason programs during the Seahawks Pre-Draft Press Conference, and they wrap up the show by telling you what you need to know! 

Salk talks through an article from Adam Jude highlighting the areas in which the Mariners have struggled offensively, but Salk wonders the reason why that it's all happening. They then go through a game of Whose Shoes featuring a variety of topics. In Blue 88, topics include John Schneider's process, an attribute in the draft process that is rarely discussed and if the Seahawks could trade for a certain noteworthy running back.

Brock and Salk respond to Cal's quote about the Mariners needing to do the little things and how that hasn't shown up in the Texas series. After that, Shannon Drayer joins the show to shar her insight on the team's road trip, the execution thus far and much more. In Blue 88, topics include Albert Breer's column on John Schneider, Sam Darnold's wedding photos and what Brock took away from watching UW spring practice.

Page Six spots Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini in Arizona, sparking denials from both and a debate over the optics for female reporters. Also, a caller checks in from Rex Heuermann's guilty plea today. Jerry returns and we discuss C-Mac's weight and Girl Scout cookies before we wrap with Carlos Mendoza on Ronny Mauricio's heroics, John Schneider's ejection in Toronto, and Gio's Masters picks.

The show kicks off with Yankees and Mets wins behind Amed Rosario and Ronny Mauricio, plus, John Harbaugh's thoughts on Dexter Lawrence. The drama continues with Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini's Page Six photos, Rex Heuermann's guilty plea, and Jim Harbaugh's potential connection with Jaxson Dart going into this season. Plus, Mike Malone's UNC introduction, manager John Schneider's ejection, a host of illnesses, Masters photography, and a fan losing his pants. We wrap with mock draft debates, Gio's Masters picks, and news of Angel Reese's move to Atlanta.

The hour starts with Salk reading some more late night Mariners texts after their loss to the Rangers. Then, they re-air their conversation with Peter Schrager of ESPN who breaks down the Seahawks success, Mike Macdonald, John Schneider and much more.

Brock and Salk discuss a tough Mariners weekend against the Angels and why the team currently sits at 4-6. Then, Peter Schrager of ESPN joins the show to share his insight on the Seahawks success, why their rebuild worked, Mike Macdonald vs Sean McVay, John Schneider and much more.

Salk reacts to MLB Network stating that they have the Mariners at No. 3 in their power rankings but also have some cause for concern. He agrees, and lists a couple of those concerns. He also goes through a few newsworthy NFL stories including Puka Nacua, Aaron Rodgers, AJ Brown and more. In Blue 88, Brady Henderson of ESPN joins to break down a slept on former draft prospect that John Schneider loved, whether it's more likely that the Seahawks will trade up or down in the draft and when a Devon Witherspoon extension could get done.

Stacy Rost joins Mike Salk to discuss whether two things can be true for the Mariners right now, the early struggles of Cal, Julio and Naylor and what to expect from their first road trip. Then, in Need to Know, we dicuss the M's starting their road trip in Anaheim, JP Crawford being reinstated from IL, John Schneider discussing the Seahawks being on Hard Knocks and the Kraken's tough loss last night. Plus, we take your calls, as we do every Friday.

Brock and Salk debate if the Seahawks have another marquee move left in them this offseason and who that acquisition could be. They then welcome on Robert Murray of Fansided, who broke the Colt Emerson extension news, to get his insight on how it all came together, what it means for the Mariners and their players, and who could be the next Mariners extension candidate. In Blue 88, Brock takes a look at John Schneider, the challenges of a shortened offseason for the Seahawks and who the biggest stars of Hard Knocks for the Seahawks could be this summer.

We give our biggest takeaways from what Jeff Passan had to say about the Colt Emerson deal and discuss what it could mean for JP Crawford. Then, we dig into some of what Mike Macdonald and John Schneider had to say from the NFL annual meetings and we talk ice cream cones ans moose tails in Answer the Question Jerk.