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On the August 1 edition of A's Cast Live, our weekly all baseball talk show Monday through Friday, Chris Townsend was joined by: Darell Hernaiz - A's Shortstop (1:35) Mike Ferrin - Dbacks Broadcaster & Host of Power Alley on MLB Network Radio (27:25) Jesús Cano - Writer for Baseball America on the A's trades (36:40) Mark Kotsay - Manager of the Athletics (47:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio, John Canzano from JohnCanzao.com and Bill Krueger, host of the “Old School Baseball” podcast. Puck opens the show not understanding why Ben Williamson has drone the ire of so many Mariners fans. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio drops by to discuss his recent interview with Jerry Dipoto, plus the growing asking price for Geno Suarez, the Emmanuel Clase betting scandal, Bryce Harper going after MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and finally, remembering Ryne Sandberg. John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com, pays his weekly visit and recaps his trip to Las Vegas for the Big 10 media days. Also, Pat Chun's perspective on the new landscape of college athletics, Pac-12 exploring future expansion, additional sports coming to the Pac-12 and Dan Lanning and other coaches being burnt out in today's sport. Puck missed Bill Krueger on Monday, but he's here on a Tuesday and the host of the “Old School Baseball” podcast discusses why the Suarez trade is a no-brainer, what that deal means for Ben Williamson. Could Williamson be a utility player? What has happened to Dylan Moore? And, Ryne Sandberg was all things Chicago Cubs baseball. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Ryne Sandberg epitomized everyone that is great about baseball (1:00) Puck opens the show discussing Ben Williamson (15:36) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (44:48) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:07:10) Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” podcast (1:24:01) “Hey, What the Puck!?” Remembering Ryne Sandberg
Tony and Chris discuss the big weekend series against the Cardinals, Manny Machado calling out Jon Jay and MLB Network Radio's Mike Ferrin joins the show.
Mike Ferrin joins the show to discuss the Cardinals season of runway and if they have gotten the answers they were looking for. Plus, gives his thoughts on if the trade deadline is the time for the Cardinals to move their surplus of position players. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the second hour of the show, we are joined by Dani Wexelman, of MLB Network Radio, and Matthew Rocchio, who covers STL City SC for STL Sports Central.
In the first hour of Sports Open Line with Matt Pauley, the focus is on the Cardinals, who may have hit their lowest point of the season, as they lose the series to the worst team in baseball. Erick Fedde is designated for assignment, and many more topics of note surrounding the Redbirds, Bernie Miklasz, KMOX Sports contributor joins to comment on this as well. In the second hour of the show, we are joined by Dani Wexelman, of MLB Network Radio, and Matthew Rocchio, who covers STL City SC for STL Sports Central.
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzao.com from the Big Ten media day in Las Vegas. Puck opens the show discussing last night's Mariners loss, plus, revisiting the Eugenio Suarez trade and why now the asking price for Suarez will only go up as the deadline nears. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck to discuss Suarez, trade deadline rumors, Yankees sign stealing and the career of Ichiro, who will be inducted into the hall of fame this weekend. John Canzano from JohnCanzano.comjoins Puck from Las Vegas, which is the site of the Big Ten media day. They discuss Memphis trying to buy their way into the Big 12, UNLV's murky future, the upcoming seasons for UW and Oregon, the future of the college football playoffs, the overall health of college football and Blazer fans being nervous about Seattle. After Puck says goodbye to Canzano, Puck discuss further the future of college football, Mariners ownership lie about payroll and Puck hands out a Puck's Posse $100 gift card! Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” WNBA players need to grow up and stop being so petty (1:00) Puck opens the show (10:33) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio(38:37) John Canzano (58:55) Puck talks more about the state of college football, plus, he announces his Puck's Posse $100 prize package and revisiting the Eugenio Suarez trade.(1:17:30) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
The Detroit Tigers finally snapped their season-worst six-game losing streak with a 2-1 win over the Texas Rangers on July 20, powered by Tarik Skubal, Matt Vierling and Will Vest. Despite the skid, the Tigers became the first MLB team to reach 60 wins, with a 60-40 record. Tigers beat writer Evan Petzold breaks it all down on Days of Roar, including what happened at the All-Star Game, the latest on Kerry Carpenter's injury and why prospect Troy Melton is coming soon.We have two guests on this week's pod: former MLB general manager Jim Duquette from MLB Network Radio and MLB draft expert Tyler Jennings from Just Baseball.Duquette joins to assess the Tigers with 10 days until the July 31 trade deadline, including bullpen upgrades, Eugenio Suárez trade rumors, whether the front office should part with a top-100 prospect and what to do about the ticking Tarik Skubal clock. Meanwhile, Jennings analyzes the Tigers' Day 2 picks from Rounds 4-20 in the 2025 MLB Draft, including high school pitcher River Hamilton. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio. John Canzano from JohnCanzao.com has the week off. Puck opens the show just celebrating Cal Raleigh's home run derby win. Cal embodies the best that there is in professional athletes. Puck also dives into the Mariners second half outlook and why Julio Rodriguez is the key for the Mariners to chase down the Houston Astros. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck from HOT-lanta. Jim shakes his head an amazement of Cal Raleigh's performance in the home run derby. Will this derby win result in a higher profile for Cal and could it help him versus Aaron Judge in the AL MVP race? Jim and Puck also discuss why the All-Star game gets it right, Julio's decision not to participate, Julio's second half, trade deadline rumors, Ronald Acuna Jr., Yankees stealing the Mariners signs and a scouting breakdown of LSU pitcher Kade Anderson. Puck then switches over to the NBA and goes over the latest in regards to expansion and why tonight in Las Vegas will be a big night for Seattle and their continued fight for the return of the NBA to Seattle. If commissioner Adam Silver delays an expansion announcement it will prove costly for Seattle fans. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Last night's home run derby was the greatest father and son moment in sports (1:00) Puck opens the show gushing about Cal's performance and a look ahead to the second half of the season (30:09) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio(1:07:00) Puck gives an update on the latest with NBA expansion and it could be a big night in Las Vegas tonight with the NBA Board of Governors meeting (1:24:43) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Mike joins us from Atlanta ahead of the All Star Game!
Chris Townsend looks back at the best interviews from A's Cast Live during the first half of the 2025 season. He was joined by: Bobby Crosby - A's First Base Coach & 2004 Al ROY (1:00) Eric Chavez - A's Hall of Famer & Mets Hitting Coach (12:15) Billy Owens - A's Assistant General Manager (19:20) Ramon Hernandez - A's Coach & Former A's Catcher (37:55) Mark Mulder - 2025 A's Hall of Fame Inductee (50:55) Barry Zito - 2025 A's Hall of Fame Inductee (1:07:00) Tim Hudson - 2025 A's Hall of Fame Inductee (1:23:20) Jim Palmer - Baseball Hall of Famer & Orioles Broadcaster (1:43:15) Ron Darling - World Series Champion & Mets TV Analyst (2:05:40) Dennis Eckersley - Baseball Hall of Famer & World Series Champion (2:17:05) Dave Stewart - A's Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion (2:24:50) Rollie Fingers - Baseball Hall of Famer & 3x World Series Champion (2:38:15) Terry Steinbach - A's Hall of Famer & World Series Champion (2:50:20) Matt Vasgersian - Host on MLB Network (3:01:50) Eduardo Perez - Host on MLB Network Radio & Sunday Night Baseball Analyst (3:12:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former major league GM Jim Duquette hosts the daily show “Power Alley” on SiriusXM’s MLB Network Radio channel and he'll will be in Atlanta next week for SiriusXM’s coverage of the MLB Draft, Home Run Derby and All-Star Game. -You can't trade Ronald AcunaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former major league GM Jim Duquette hosts the daily show “Power Alley” on SiriusXM’s MLB Network Radio channel and he'll will be in Atlanta next week for SiriusXM’s coverage of the MLB Draft, Home Run Derby and All-Star Game. -You can't trade Ronald AcunaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the July 9 edition of A's Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend was joined by: C.J. Nitkowski - TV Broadcaster for the Atlanta Braves & Host on MLB Network Radio (12:45) David Forst - General Manager of the Athletics (28:50) Lawrence Butler - A's Right Fielder (42:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bump and Stacy are joined by Jim Bowden of The Athletic and MLB Network Radio to discuss why the Mariners need to be buyers at the MLB Trade Deadline this season, they give you their thoughts on Dak Prescott’s injury status and the AL West Standings in Headline Rewrites, they bring you the biggest stories around the NFL, including where things stand between the Falcons and Kirk Cousins stand after release of Netflix's Quarterback, and they look at why Julio could be primed for a great second half.
Headlines and JIM BOWDEN (MLB Analyst & Insider-CBS Sports; The Athletic; MLB Network Radio; SiriusXM) Jim joins the show ahead of the MLB Draft to give us his thoughts on who the Mariners might be taking with the 3rd overall pick. MLB Trade Deadline is less than a month away- who will the M's add? If they have one move, what should it be? When will the action begin? We cover it all with Jim and get his thoughts on Cal Raleigh's 1st half of the season and seeing him in the home run derby. :30- ICYMI: yesterday, Jason Varitek joined the show to talk Cal Raleigh, switch-hitting and MVP thoughts because it's never too early, is it? :45- Time to get Reckless at Breakfast! Might this be just plain irresponsible at breakfast? Does the evidence really support the idea that QB's shouldn't run? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and he chats with John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com. Puck opens the show discussing Julio's placement on the All-Star team and he wonders why so many are outraged over people like Puck saying he didn't deserve to be an All-Star this season. If you think he didn't deserve a spot, it doesn't make you a bad fan. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck to discuss Julio's selection to the game, plus, the rumors of a Ronald Acuna Jr. trade, the Washington Nationals cleaning house, the continued pitching problems for the Dodgers, how the Rays continue to be so good and looking ahead to the All-Star game. Puck welcomes John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com, and John starts off detailing his crazy Fourth of July and his obsession with fireworks. They transition over to the Pac-12 and talk about the possibility of Memphis joining the conference as a football only member, his recent interview with commissioner Teresa Gould, celebrating the life of an all-time great Oregon State fan and the sad state of the WNBA and players treatment toward Caitlin Clark. On this weeks sneak preview of The Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson, the boys laugh about Segway bug door-to-door salesman, the annoying preacher man at Mariners games and the legend that was Tuba Man. To listen to the full podcast, join Puck's Posse by going to PuckSports.com to sign up! Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Embrace relationships. It makes us the most human of anything we do. (1:00) Puck on Julio and those thinking you are a bad fan for suggesting he shouldn't have made the All-Star team (12:18) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio(45:00) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:08:16) The Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson (1:21:48) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Ferrin joins us to talk the All Star game, Scott Frost, and more!
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and he chats with John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com. Puck opens the show discussing last night's milestone for Randy Arozarnena, Cal's 33rd home run, George Kirby's performance and Dan Wilson's curious bullpen decision and Puck discusses Jerry Dipoto's decision to trade Geno Suarez. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio pays his weekly Tuesday visit chatting about the Geno Suarez trade and would Dipoto want to reacquire him? They discuss how much of a break Cal Raleigh needs moving forward and is there a way that Alejandro Kirk beats him out in the fan voting for the All-Star game? Is baseball headed to another work stoppage in 2026? Jim thinks we may be headed there. Lastly, Jim and Puck celebrate Bobby Bonilla Day! John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com stops by for his regular visit to discuss Texas State officially joining the Pac-12 and what there addition means for the conference and what they bring to the conference overall. What are the odds that St. Mary's joins the conference as a basketball only school? Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Puck pleads with Major League Baseball to step in if Alejandro Kirk beats Cal Raleigh in the fan vote which determines who starts in the All-Star game. (1:00) Puck opens the show and chats about….(13:13) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio(41:17) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:14:42) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Husker Expert Mike Ferrin is back to break down the latest in baseball. Discussion on Cal Raleigh's historic month, the Mets disaster weekend against the Pirates, and more!
On Tuesday's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio, John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com and a sneak preview of this weeks Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson. Puck opens the show discussing last night's Mariners game and the absurdity of Cal Raleigh continues. Speaking of Raleigh, he will likely participate in the home run derby and Puck does his best to dispel the Home Run Derby myth that ruins players in the second half of the season. Puck's baseball GM, Jim Duquette from MLB Network Radio joins Puck and immediately agrees with Puck on the Home Run Derby myth. They once again discuss the ridiculous season from Cal Raleigh. Cal's name is being mentioned on Team USA for the Wold Baseball Classic. Puck says it's a no brainer for Cal to be on the team. Puck and Jim continue to discuss the Mariners success of hitting on the road, the emergence of Donovan Solano, why no one believes in the Detroit Tigers and Fernando Tatis has found himself in a legal issue of his own doing. Puck than plays a sneak preview of this weeks Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson where they discuss at great length the unbelievable season for Cal Raleigh and the legacy he is creating in Seattle and within the organization that might have him being the most popular player of all-time. To listen to the full podcast, visit PuckSports.com and sign up and become a Puck's Posse member. Switching gears to college athletics, John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com, joins Puck to discuss the latest with the Pac-12 and their new media deal with CBS. The show wraps up with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” We as parents can always keep learning when it comes to our kids and youth sports. (1:00) Puck on the M's series opening win over the Twins and debunking the Home Run Derby myth effecting players in the second half of the season (12:25) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (41:50) The Sports Pit with Steve Sandmyer & Matt “Stretch” Johnson (1:00:00) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:19:32 ) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Ferrin joins The Grum to talk BASEBALL! from cool, crisp, Arizona!
Mike Ferrin, co-host of Power Alley on MLB Network Radio, joins the Days of Roar podcast to discuss a variety of topics, including the College World Series, upcoming MLB draft, manager A.J. Hinch and what the Detroit Tigers could do at the July 31 trade deadline. Could Alex Bregman be a deadline target? Ferrin weighs in. Also on this show: Is Riley Greene a true franchise player — and should the Tigers pay him like one? Plus, we play "Concerned or Not Concerned" with Jack Flaherty, Kerry Carpenter, Spencer Torkelson, Tyler Holton and more. And finally, when can Tigers fans expect Reese Olson to return? Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio, John Canzano and he plays a portion of this weeks Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson. Puck opens the show discussing the Mariners offense rearing its ugly head again in a 2-0 loss to the Red Sox. Puck also touches in on Julio Rodriguez and the response to yesterday's show with Bill Krueger, who said Julio is a very good player but he's yet to be a great player. Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio jumps on the show for his weekly segment and discusses Logan Gilbert's performance on Monday, plus, he gives his opinion on what the national view of Julio Rodriguez looks like, the latest on All-Star voting, fallout from the Rafael Devers trade and Shohei Ohtani made his pitching debut. John Canzano joins Puck for his weekly visit to discuss the Pac-12 zeroing in on Texas State to join the conference. Should fans be excited for the Bobcats to join? Does Sacramento State have a future in the Pac-12? Why did UNLV cool on the conference? WSU eliminated big portions of their Track & Field program. It's a sign of things to come. John gives his prediction how long it will be before college football pulls away from the NCAA.Puck then plays a portion of this weeks Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson. The boys spend a lot of time on this weeks show discussing Julio Rodriguez and whether the Seattle sports community is too unfair with him or the criticism leveled at him is fair. If you want to listen to the whole show, go to PuckSports.com and sign up to become a Puck's Posse member. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” WSU gutting their Track & Field team was inevitable and more is to come which is sad. (1:00) Puck on last night's M's game (10:34) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (36:20) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:04:31) Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer & Matt “Stretch” Johnson (1:24:00) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
While the Atlanta Braves have won back-to-back series, the stretch of baseball to close the month of June could go a long way toward telling the tale of their season. Grant McAuley discusses the recent happenings for the Braves, who finally snapped a streak of six consecutive series losses but now face their biggest challenge -- seven games with the first-place New York Mets in a string of 13 straight games against the NL East. Buried in the division race by 13 games and lagging behind in the Wild Card standings, where Atlanta finds itself on the other side of the next four series may chart the course for the remainder of the 2025 campaign. We'll also celebrate Father's Day with a special conversation between father and son as Fred McAuley joins the show to share some baseball memories. That plus a trip around the big leagues for some of the biggest stories of the week in Major League Baseball with special guest Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio. From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett welcomes weekly guests, Jim Duquette of MLB Network radio and his MLB Insider Ryan Divish, who is on one day earlier than normal because John Canzano will join Puck on Wednesday. Puck opens the show saying he was relieved not to have watched the Mariners game because of how it was so depressing. Puck was coaching his Ballard All-Stars team and they scrimmaged Eastlake LL and Puck is convinced after watching them that they have a legitimate shot at Williamsport. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck to discuss the M's offensive struggles, something we thought they would be like all season. If the Mariners can't catch the Astros this season will they ever? Who are the sellers in baseball right now? Why doesn't Arizona just consider themselves sellers now and move on. Jim and Puck discuss who is the best team in the AL besides the Yankees and what about the NL, which is way more stacked than the American League. Puck and Jim react to the Denzel Clarke catch for the A's and they discuss whether or not that was the best catch in MLB history. Jim had Justin Hollander on his show Sunday, what indication did he get how aggressive they will be at the deadline and will Harry Ford be dealt?Puck previews this weeks U.S. Open and Puck the Picker Majors pool, which is brought to you by Synthetic Turf Northwest as he playfully stalls because he can't find the Ryan Divish interview he recorded earlier in the morning. Puck also touches in on the Pac-12 news and the eight members signing a grant of rights deal and all reports indicate that a media deal is forthcoming. Once Puck gets done stalling and finally finds the recorded interview, MLB Insider Ryan Divish joins Puck from Havre, Montana, where he currently is on a sabbatical from covering the team to coach his stepsons baseball team. Divish turned 50 last week and Puck wonders how the week has gone for him. The Havre Northstars are on a heater right now and it's all due to his coaching! Puck and Divish talked at length about bunting because Divish actually used it to his advantage in a game and it's funny because Divish hates bunting! They recap the Monday Mariners game and discuss whether or not Jorge Polanco should have bunted in the 10th, the decision for Dylan Moore not to tag in the 11th and they chat about this offense being what they thought it would be when the season started. They chat about the Mariners inability to evaluate major league positional talent properly, Puck has an unpopular opinion on Dom Canzone and Byrce Miller lands on the IL again. Have the Mariners handled his IL situation properly?Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Texas State doesn't do it for me. Sorry. (1:00) Puck opens show on the M's and a scrimmage for his Ballard LL vs. Eastlake LL (8:00) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (42:12 ) MLB Insider, Ryan Divish (1:18:30) Puck on U.S. Open and Pac-12 media deal (1:20:00) “Hey, What the Puck!”
Mike joins us ahead of the College World Series to talk some BASEBALL!
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett welcomes Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com, his regular Tuesday guests. Puck opens up the show touching in on the start of the Mariners and Orioles series and discusses the parallels between the two franchises and the risk you run into in Baltimore's case of not investing in the team in the offseason. New Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold had a rough first OTA practice open to the media. Puck can already sense the nervousness from Seahawks fans. Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio drops by to discuss the MVP case for Cal Raleigh and the historic season he is on. Jim gives his thoughts on the call up of Cole Young and what he can provide the team. Jim also discusses the Orioles and what has led to their disaster of a season. The trade deadline is approaching and Puck brings up two names for Jim to get his thoughts on , Ryan O'Hearn of the Orioles and Josh Naylor from Arizona. John Canzano pays his regular visit and the two right away get into the impact of AI on sports journalism. How much more of an impact will it have? There was a Monday rumor about Texas State joining the Pac-12. John gives Puck is reaction and they both agree they would be lukewarm on adding them to the conference. Puck and John get into a long discussion about the success of the Oregon State baseball program and what has led to their long dominance in the sport. John reacts to the news that the College Football Hall of Fame has lowered their win threshold down for coaches and it now makes Mike Leach eligible to go in which is obviously a no brainer. Lastly, Puck and John talk about the impact that Inside the NBA had on sports television and will it have continued success at ESPN?Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Puck is begging for ESPN not to ruin Inside the NBA, the greatest sports TV show ever created. (1:00) Puck on M's / Orioles and Sam Darnold OTA's (12:02) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (36:25) John Canzano (1:13:32) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Mike Ferrin joins The Grum to talk some college baseball and MLB!
Mike Ferrin From MLB Network Radio Joins Us To Talk Padres.
Guest: Mike Ferrin - ESPN, MLB Network Radio, College Sports Sirus XMRundown[Intro] Mike Ferrin joins the show and he shares his thoughts on this year's class of college draft eligible players[5:49] Personal observations of Florida State LHP Jamie Arnold[8:59] Who is the college baseball player of the year?[17:15] Thoughts on the bracket structure[19:58] Our favorite Regionals to watch[26:56] Which Top 8 seed is most at-risk of being knocked out in Regionals?[32:12] Our Upset Picks to Click
The segment starts with Nick's Slice of College Baseball and then we're joined by Mike Ferrin! BASEBALL!
In this hour of VSiN PrimeTime, Matt Youmans and Will Hill follow the in-game action around the NBA, MLB and NHL. Former Big Leaguer and MLB Network Radio's Chris Gimenez joins the show to talk hardball.
On Tuesday's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by his regular guests, Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio, John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com and Puck plays an edited version of this weeks Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson. Puck opens up Tuesday with praise for Luis Castillo in the opener against the Chicago White Sox. Puck also talks about the 3-for-4 night from Ben Williamson. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio drops by to chat with Puck about the play of the Mariners and discusses being able to evaluate today's players with your eyes and not just rely on statistics. Jim praises the play of Andres Munoz and calls him one of the most underrated players in the game. How did Juan Soto's return to Yankee Stadium go? Jim had a front row seat as he works for the New York Mets broadcast team. Jim also notes what a great weekend it was for baseball with the “rivalry weekend” and a number of division races have great rivalries associated wit them and it has a chance to be great summer for baseball. Puck and Jim wrap up discusses Pete Rose and whether or not he'll get into the Hall of Fame and what is wrong with the L.A. Dodgers and their development of starting pitchers. John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com, chats with Puck about whether or not he feels Pete Rose should get in. John is a voter for the Hall of Fame. Mediation is underway between the Pac-12 and the Mountain West. How long will it last and what does it mean for UNLV in terms of joining the conference? John discusses that the conference needs expansion to be resolved by July 1, 2025. The White House is exploring setting up a commission to address college football. Does John think that's a good idea? Puck and John discuss a follow up story that John did on a very impressive 17 year old umpire from Oregon. It's a must listen. John finishes with that he doesn't think Blazer fans should close the door on Phil Knight buying the team. Puck then plays an edited version of this weeks Sports Pit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson. Puck, Sandy and Stretch talk about their favorite batting stance as kids and that led Sandy to tell a great all-time classic story about his time as a clubhouse attendant at the Kingdome and an encounter with George Brett. They also laughed as Sandy talked about Reggie Jackson and what a jerk he was to his buddy who was also a “clubby” at the same time as Sandy. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Angel Reese is not in the same stratosphere as Caitlyn Clark. (1:00) Puck on the M's win, Luis Castillo and Ben Williamson (10:30) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (35:40) John Canzano (1:03:55) Sports Pit *Edited (1:24:07) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
We talk with Mike ahead of the ACC baseball Tournament!
Following tonight's Cardinals game being postponed, Matt Pauley has you covered with a two-hour edition of Sports Open Line! The Cardinals are beginning to gain some national attention with their winning streak, and Matt discusses what is going right for the Redbirds. Mike Ferrin, of MLB Network Radio, joins the show to discuss everything happening around Major League Baseball. Then, Brian Dunseth, of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, also joins the show to talk STL City SC. In the second hour of the show, we dive into Rob Manfred's decision today to remove 16 players from the permanently ineligible list, including Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson. We welcome on Frank Cusumano, KSDK Sports Director, to talk everything Cardinals baseball. Then, Matt reacts to Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol and Cardinals pitching coach Dusty Blake from earlier on KMOX.
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett welcomes his Tuesday guests, former MLB GM Jim Duquette, who now works for MLB Network radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com Before Duquette pops on, Puck chats about last nights Mariners game and once again the struggles of the starters. Duquette stops by and he and Puck pick up on the Mariners starters and they discuss whether or not we should be concerned with the Mariners recent play? They also chat about the health of Bryce Miller, the offense carrying the team, bullpen help they need to add at the deadline and who would be potentially available. They switch to other MLB stories like the firing of Bud Black and Derek Shelton, plus, what has happened to the Baltimore Orioles, the emergence of the Detroit Tigers and the ugly situation in Boston involving Rafael Devers. Puck then welcomes John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com to the show and they discuss the breaking news that the Portland Trail Blazers are for sale and they discuss what, if any, impact it may have on the sale of the Seattle Seahawks. They discussed one of John's latest stories where he wrote a piece on the five most influential football figures at UW, WSU, Oregon State, Oregon and Utah. Puck contributed to the piece and offered his five most influential figures in Cougar football history. Jim gives Puck the latest on expansion. Nothing brewing right now with the current litigation involving the Pac-12 and the Mountain West. John says the conference seems to be focused on one school, UNLV. Puck and John discuss the possibility of adding St. Mary's as a basketball only school. They wrap up their conversation discussing a youth softball coach incident in Newberg, Oregon involving 11u girls and a dispute about age. The heart of the story is that we have once again lost our civility. Puck wraps up the show discussing the “Puck the Picker” Majors pool, which is brought to you by Synthetic Turf Northwest and he closes the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Don't panic or worry about the recent struggles of Ben Williamson. (1:00) Puck opens the show (9:42) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (37:25) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:33:58) “Hey, What the Puck!”
Bob and Ryan Rowland Smith are live at T-Mobile Park to look back on the Blue Jay’s concerning sweep of the Mariners, they are joined by Jim Bowden of MLB Network Radio’s “The Front Office Show” to get his thoughts on the Mariners’ hot start to the season, they break down what the rest of the season will look like if the Mariners’ pitching rotation doesn’t shape up, and they discuss some of the Mariners’ top prospects.
Following tonight's Cardinals game being postponed, Matt Pauley has you covered with a two-hour edition of Sports Open Line! The Cardinals are beginning to gain some national attention with their winning streak, and Matt discusses what is going right for the Redbirds. Mike Ferrin, of MLB Network Radio, joins the show to discuss everything happening around Major League Baseball. Then, Brian Dunseth, of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, also joins the show to talk STL City SC.
Mike Ferrin joins The Grum to talk some college and pro baseball!
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com. Puck opens up the show discussing last nights Mariners and that loss was squarely on the shoulders of Dan Wilson. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio, stopped by for his weekly chat to discuss Dan Wilson's managerial decisions in the 11th inning against Oakland. Plus, the health concerns of Bryce Miller, is the struggle real for Juilo Rodriguez, who is the team to beat in the A.L. West and is their a dominant team in the American League?John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com, opens up the conversation discussing the role of television in today's sports climate. Is there too much sports on nowadays? John and Puck also discuss whether or not UCLA and USC will regret joining the Big 10? Are Oregon and Washington in a better position than the L.A. schools in the future of the conference? John discusses what to expect in year two under Jedd Fisch and what are the expectations for Jimmy Rogers in year one in leading the Cougars. They also discuss John's piece on Bill Belichick and his young, controlling girlfriend. Why do we care so much about this story? Because it's a real life car crash happening in real time. Puck dives into the NBA and last nights games involving the Nuggets/Thunder and the Celtics obsession with the three-point shot. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Puck wonders if Kalen DeBoer will look back ten years from now and regret taking the Alabama job. (1:22) Puck on Dan Wilson blowing last nights game (10:52) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (41:53) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:12:14) Puck on the NBA (1:20:24) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Mike joins The Grum to talk a little BASEBALL!
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Jensen Lewis, MLB Network Radio analyst and co-host of By the Books, joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss Steven Kwan's instrumental role in the Guardians' success following their series in Toronto. The trio dive into the Blue Jays' bullpen and Kevin Gausman's bounce-back start, before taking a look at the MLB landscape in early May. After the break, Jeff and Kevin diagnose the Blue Jays' offensive struggles and identify some areas to work on as the team heads out on the road for six games (26:45).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.
Mike shares his favorite MLB ballpark experiences and the current statuses of certain teams as we approach May.
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett opens up the show talking briefly about the Mariners and there three city roadtrip that starts tonight. Puck also revisits the Luis Castillo trade since the right hander is facing his former team for the first time. The Castillo trade has been an absolute steal for Seattle and the best move Jerry Dipoto has made. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck for his weekly visit and they start off chatting about the Luis Castillo/Reds trade and how much it has benefited Seattle. They also discuss the watered down AL West, the Dodgers and the NL West, the best trade he ever made as a GM and the trade he'd like back. Also, the atmosphere at Petco Park and watching the Padres play is unlike anything in baseball. Also, when is it too early to start trade discussions with other teams and how big of a target will Luis Robert Jr. be for the White Sox?Danny Kelly, The Ringer stops by to discuss the NFL Draft for his weekly discussion. Danny gives his Top Ten Mock Draft and also makes a pick at # 18 for the Seahawks. Does Danny have a surprise for Sheduer Sanders? Where does Ashton Jeanty go and please say for the love of god he has the Seahawks taking an offensive lineman at #18!? Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” The Mariners are 8-8 and are playing in a bad division. It's very plausible they can win the division with 85 or 86 wins. (1:01) Puck opens up about the M's and revisits the Luis Castillo trade (10:24) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (31:58) Danny Kelly, The Ringer (59:12) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett welcomes his regular Tuesday guests, Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio, Danny Kelly from The Ringer and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com. Puck opens the show discussing last night's Mariners game and the razor edge margin that they play with every night. Puck was able to find a couple of things that the offense is doing well and he hopes it continues. Puck also touched in on last night's national title game won by Florida and he wishes the officials would have stayed out of the outcome. He also touched in on the Geno Smith comments where the former Seahawks quarterback felt disrespected. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio, drops by for his weekly visit and they discuss the Vlad Guerrero Jr. massive contract and what impact that has on impending free agents. Two former Astros players are off to great starts with their new teams, Kyle Tucker with the Cubs and Alex Bregman with the Red Sox. 11 games into the season and the Mariners have already ditched their plans for Jorge Polanco at third base. The Rangers are off to a fast start but it's not their offense getting the job done. Danny Kelly from The Ringer drops by and discusses all things NFL draft. What would surprise and anger Danny at #18 for the Seahawks? Danny is focused on position group he wants the Seahawks to address. Lastly, what did he make of Geno Smith's comments that he felt disrespected?John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com pays his weekly Tuesday visit. They begin the show with breaking news in the NBA that Mike Malone has been fired by the Denver Nuggets. The NBA is a tough and unfair profession on coaches. John shared his thoughts on the national title game in college hoops and he hopes the committee will once again reward mid-major programs. Still no announcement on a Pac-12 media deal, but John did learn that the conference recently restarted conversations with UNLV about potentially joining once the legal issues with the Mountain West Conference are solved. Finally, Puck and John discuss the heartbreaking story involving a six year old boy by the name of William Jackson and his daunting battle with a rare genetic disorder and his parents are helping to raise money for treatment and how we in the community can help out. What wouldn't we do for our children?Lastly, Puck wraps up the show playing a clip from The Athletic's Dane Brugler's weekly appearance on what Seattle wants and should do at 18 in the upcoming NFL draft. The Brugler podcast is normally just for Puck's Posse members, but he opened up this weeks episode for everyone. Also, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Puck circles back to the theme with Canzano, “what wouldn't we do for our children?” (:50) Puck on the Mariners, national title game and Geno Smith (14:57) Jim Duquette, MLB Netword Radio (35:32) Danny Kelly, The Ringer (1:00:19) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:36:11) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Today's Daily Puck Drop with Jason “Puck” Puckett features Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio, Danny Kelly, The Ringer talking NFL draft and Seahawks. Plus, John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com. Puck opens the show recapping last nights Mariners game and says he was mildly encouraged by the Mariners offense. Hopefully it continues. Jim Duquette, stops by for his weekly visit to discuss the opening week of baseball, the Mariners, MLB suspensions, and torpedo bats. Danny Kelly then pays a visit and Puck and Danny discuss NFL rule changes to the chain gang, the tush push, the latest with the NFL draft, QB surprises in the draft and John Schneider's confidence in his young offensive line. John Canzano hangs out for his weekly visit and they open up with another violent act in youth sports. Is it time for parents to be banned from youth sports? Why specialization is running youth sports. NIL deals are starting to enter high school sports. Should Pac-12 fans be concerned that no media deal or expansion has been reached? Lastly, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Puck promotes his Puck the Picker Majors Golf Pool contest. (1:00) Puck opens show about the encouraging signs of last nights Mariners game from an offensive perspective (10:57) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (31:45) Danny Kelly, The Ringer, Ringer NFL Draft Show (1:02:12) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:30:52) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett unveils his Opening Day Special Baseball Show which includes Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, Jim Duquette MLB Network Radio, Brad Adam Root Sports, and The Scout, anonymous MLB scout. They cover the top storylines heading into the season. Cal Raleigh's contract. Why they didn't do enough in the offseason. Are they capable of winning the World Series? How will Polanco adjust to a new position? Is Ryan Bliss ready at second base? Can J.P. Crawford and Julio have a bounce back season? Before Puck signs off, he plays his annual Opening Day baseball monologue from Field of Dreams sprinkled in with Mariners highlights. Lastly, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Puck thanks his sponsors, guests, family and the audience. (1:23) Puck thanks everyone for watching and listening as he celebrates one year of PuckSports.com (14:18) Ryan Divish, Seattle Times (43:14) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (1:04:55) Brad Adam, Root Sports (1:28:42) The Scout, anonymous MLB scout with 30-plus years in the game (1:50:33) “Hey, What the Puck!?” (1:57:12) Mariners/Field of Dreams Opening Day montage
This episode focuses on Major League Baseball, as the traditional Opening Day is set for shortly after this show's release. Despite having two games in Japan, most teams start now amidst a changing sports climate. The A's and Rays are playing this season in minor league ballparks. 10 teams are having their games broadcast and produced by MLB. Payroll disparity is at an all-time high. Despite this, attendance was up last season, and the World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees drew fantastic ratings. Scott Miller has covered MLB for 30 years. For years, he wrote for CBS Sports and Bleacher Report. He is a frequent contributor to MLB Network Radio on Sirius/XM as well as San Diego Padres broadcasts. In this episode, Miller discusses the pending labor contract expiration and the ramifications of that. He also talked about the Rays and A's stadium dilemma,s offering potential solutions.