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Ben & Woods kick off the 7am hour talking about the Padres coaching hires after it was reported last night that the Padres are adding bench coach Randy Knorr and hitting coach Steven Souza Jr. to Craig Stammen's coaching staff. Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys discuss some comments made by Hal Steinbrenner that almost make it sound like he said the New York Yankees DON'T turn a profit every year? Listen here!
Lyle and TJ speculate on how players like Cal Raleigh are handling this disappointing Mariners offseason (2:49), then chat about the Mariners chances at Gavin Lux going out the window (9:48). The two of them welcome former Mariners OF Steven Souza Jr. to discuss the M's offseason, the hitting changes they made, the importance of clubhouse culture, and how a salary cap would impact an offseason like the one the Mariners are currently having (25:46).Check out Pogacha's Pub 85: https://pub85.com/Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.comCheck out Just Baseball: Click hereFollow the show on Twitter: @marinelayerpodFind us on YouTube: Click hereFind us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marinelayerpodFind us on all Podcast Platforms: https://linktr.ee/MarineLayerPodFollow TJ on Twitter: @tjmathewsonFollow Lyle on Twitter: @lyle_goldsteinAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Former Mariner Steven Souza Jr. joins to talk about Cal Raleigh leaving Scott Boras and what that might mean for him staying in Seattle long term.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain continue counting down to kickoff of tonight's Seahawks game in Detroit, then chat with former MLB outfielder Steven Souza Jr about the end of the Mariners' season Sunday, barely missing out on a playoff berth.
Former Mariners and MLB outfielder Steven Souza Jr joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the M's season coming to an end yesterday after a great final week, the changes mid season including Dan Wilson, plus the changes and offseason ahead.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners playoff hopes after Sunday's loss and the final week ahead, then discuss the Huskies win over Northwestern to move to 3-1, facing Rutgers and the road ahead.
Former MLB and Mariners outfielder Steven Souza Jr joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about where the hopes for the Mariners are right now after an ugly loss on Sunday, the final week ahead and what needs to happen, and Edgar Martinez's impact.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the Apple Cup loss by the Huskies and more West Coast college football, then visit with Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer after another win before talking M's with Steven Souza Jr.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the series coming up against the Yankees, the offensive improvement under Edgar Martinez and his future, George Kirby, plus Cal Raleigh's contract situation.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the lack of excitement in the Mariners after a St. Louis series win, then talk to Huskies quarterback Will Rogers about UW's week two win and the Apple Cup ahead this week.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the lack of excitement around the M's after a series win, the offense improving, the Astros end-of-season schedule, the wild card race, and Jerry Dipoto.
Lyle and TJ react to the news breaking that the Mariners will retain Jerry Dipoto for the 2025 season (1:52). They then welcome Steven Souza Jr. to discuss hitting philosophy, stories from his career, and the role of a veteran in a MLB clubhouse (29:03).Check out Pogacha's Pub 85: https://pub85.com/Use code 'JUSTBASEBALL' at signup for $20 off at GametimeCheck out Just Baseball: Click hereEmail us your questions: marinelayerpod@gmail.comFollow the show on Twitter: @marinelayerpodFind us on YouTube: Click hereFind us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marinelayerpodFind us on all Podcast Platforms: https://linktr.ee/MarineLayerPodFollow TJ on Twitter: @tjmathewsonFollow Lyle on Twitter: @lyle_goldsteinAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to take part in the funeral for the 2024 M's after a bad weekend, if it's finally time for Jerry Dipoto to be fired, adjustments that need to be made, and who to build around.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the hope in the Mariners right now and the effect that Dan Wilson is having on the team, then continue to discuss Wilson taking over before Tony Castricone joins for crosstalk.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the hope in the Mariners playoff chances now, if we are scoreboard watching, the effect that Dan Wilson is having, plus the futures of him and Jerry Dipoto.
Coach Mike Holmgren joins the show to talk about the firing of Scott Servais as he switches gears with us. We listen to Jerry Dipoto's press conference announcing the firing of Scott Servais and hiring of Dan Wilson, Steven Souza Jr. joins to react.
We listen to Jerry Dipoto's press conference announcing the firing of Scott Servais and hiring of Dan Wilson, Steven Souza Jr. joins to react.
Steven Souza Jr. joins the show to talk about damage control with the Mariners and how much more of a leash Scott Servais has. Is Caitlin Clark getting too much hate around the league? Tony Castricone joins LIVE from the Graduate hotel ahead of the Husky Coaches show with Jedd Fisch.
Steven Souza Jr. joins the show to talk about damage control with the Mariners and how much more of a leash Scott Servais has.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about their bracket coming up at 4pm today, look ahead to tonight's Mariners game in Pittsburgh including a visit from former MLB outfielder Steven Souza Jr, then listen and react to Fun with Audio clips.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the continued Mariners woes and Scott Servais' decisions regarding his starters, Servais' job security, and whether or not to pick up Jorge Polanco's option.
Former Mariners and MLB outfielder Steven Souza Jr joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the M's giving Victor Robles a new contract extension, Julio Rodriguez returning to the lineup Sunday, the rotation, and Jorge Polanco's ‘25 option.
In the third hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen talk to Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners coming off of a series win, discuss the Algerian boxer situation at the Olympics, plus Dick talks to Huskies football players Denzel Boston, Cam Davis, and Kam Fabiculanan.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the M's series win over Philadelphia, early returns from the trades the team pulled off, Victor Robles making adjustments, and Mitch Garver's comments last week.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about preseason football starting for the Seahawks next week, then discuss the Mariners trades of the last few days with Steven Souza Jr, including adding Justin Turner today, before reacting to Fun w/ Audio.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the M's trading for Justin Turner from the Blue Jays today, experience in the playoffs being an important quality, if another move will happen, and current team sweeping the White Sox, including Jorge Polanco, Victor Robles, and Gregory Santos.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain, plus Hugh Millen, talk to Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners trading for Randy Arozarena and Yimi Garcia, then discuss the deals further, then Hugh shares a cool Olympics statistic before another M's trade.
Steven Souza, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the M's making two big trades over the last day for Randy Arozarena and Yimi Garcia and what else they need to do before the deadline at multiple positions.
In the third hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen chat with Steven Souza Jr about Ty France being waived by the Mariners and Luke Raley not in today's lineup, then they talk about Team USA basketball entering the Olympics and a St. Louis Cardinals odd celebration.
Former Mariners and MLB outfielder Steven Souza Jr joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the M's waiving Ty France and his offensive issues, Luke Raley not being in the lineup after a big Sunday, the overall issues with the offense, and T-Mobile Park.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza about the Mariners loss on Sunday and the JAzz Chisholm trade reports, then listen back to Hugh Millen's rant on Friday about Softy's tweet, and the Home Run Derby National Anthem.
Steven Souza Jr, former MLB and Mariners outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners loss to the Angels Sunday including the availability of bullpen arms, if trading for Jazz Chisholm is a good idea, and drafting a switch pitcher.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the continued Mariners hitting woes, Julio Rodriguez, and who they should trade for, then they listen to a rant this morning by Chuck Powell and discuss the Mariners schedule.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the continued Mariners hitting woes, their approach at the plate, what is wrong with Julio Rodriguez at the plate right now, and who the team should trade for.
Euros update, Mariners. We hear from Steven Souza Jr. on with Chuck and Bucky about the Mariners hitting philosophy. Souza talked about Corey Seagers success swinging at the first pitch, should the Mariners do it more? Joe Sheehan joins the show to talk about the Mariners offense, and much more. "Blue Bloods" in college football. Re-alignment conversation. Chris Crawford talking about prospects Mariners could trade at the deadline. Checking the Tullamore Dew Textline Softy joins for cross talk.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners struggles including Julio Rodriguez, and the upcoming stretch, then discuss more about the M's before Everett Fitzhugh talks about the two Kraken signings today.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners struggles right now, Julio Rodriguez and Mitch Garver at the plate, Luis Castillo at the plate, Jorge Polanco regression, and the upcoming stretch.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about the Mariners series loss in Miami and talk about the team's struggles with Steven Souza Jr, then get some Fun with Audio before looking ahead to game 7 tonight with Oilers broadcaster Cam Moon.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners series loss against the Marlins last week, Mitch Haniger continuing to struggle at the plate, Bryce Miller's issues, and the trade deadline ahead.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners sweep, Tyler Locklear, Julio Rodriguez, and a possible trade, then they talk about why the Mariners offense has improved so much of late and Dick's Olympics poll.
Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners sweeping the Rangers last weekend with dominant arms on the mound, Tyler Locklear's emergence, if Julio Rodriguez is back, and a trade idea.
Danny Hurley turns down the Lakers, Mariners blow a big lead on Friday against the Royals and drop 2 out of 3...what can the Mariners do to go for it this year? Caitlin Clark was left of Team USA's roster for the Olympics, did they make a mistake? Fun with Audio. Steven Souza Jr. joins the show to talk about the Mariners recent road trip, if he believes Julio has turned a corner, and much more.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about Scott Servais, the Mariners offense, Victor Robles signing, and more, then react to Ryan Grubb's press conference today including his journey from Montlake to Renton quickly.
In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners beating the Astros yesterday, plus Bryce Miller and Julio Rodriguez, and discuss how MLB is changing their historic statistics by adding Negro League stats.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about Dick's Thunder take and the Mariners winning another series, then hear from Mariners Manager Scott Servais before talking to Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer.
In the second hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners winning another series against Houston last week and the dominant arms, then talk to Elise Woodward about the UW Spring Game last week and Storm starting.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners stellar pitching putting them in first place and the Atlanta series ahead, discuss the M's pitching, then Everett Fitzhugh talks about the Kraken firing Dave Hakstol today.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk to Steven Souza Jr about the M's continuing to struggle, stars not being stars, and losing another series, plus react to Caitlin Clark on Saturday Night Live before talking to Mike Benton from T-Mobile Park.
In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Jackson Felts react to the Women's National Championship yesterday, discuss the Mariners lost series in Milwaukee with Steven Souza Jr, plus look ahead to tonight's Purdue vs UConn title game with Mike DeCourcy.
In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Steven Souza Jr about the Mariners opening weekend and continued offensive issues, then discuss the Final Four ahead including Zach Edey's big run so far plus the ongoing LSU-Iowa women's game.