Brock and Salk

We react to some comments from Jason Churchill yesterday that if the M's starting rotation doesn't improve, they won't be a good team. Salk doesn't think it's the rotation that's the problem. Then, we go Around the NFL with stories on the Seahawks potentially hosting joint practices, Mike LaFleur's lack of concern over Jacoby Brissett's absence, and Urban Meyer losing his lawsuit with the Jaguars. Plus, we talk sharing locations and elementary school graduations in Answer the Question Jerk.

Brock and Salk discuss which current Seahawk has the best chance to become the next superstar. Later, Jeff Passan of ESPN joins the show to share his insight on Colt Emerson, why the Mariners have not played up to expectations so far, the rest of the AL and much more.

Brock and Salk react to Colt Emerson's first hit/home run and discuss that he looks pretty big league ready. They also parlay the Emerson conversation to talk through what is now the Mariners Family and the culture that has truly been built over the last few years. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on if theSeahawks will have any joint practices,  what got some short shrift during a Mike Macdonald speach and why the Seahawks walk and talks were so meaningful.

Salk reads some Late Night Mariners Texts to start the show after the Mariners win over the White Sox. Then, they re-air their conversation with Mariners GM Justin Hollander to discuss Colt Emerson's promotion, Emerson Hancock, some of the early positive storylines and plenty more.

We discuss the excitement over Colt Emerson's call up and some concern that it could be too early. Then, Prospect Insider Jason Churchill joins us to discuss Colt Emerson's skillset and a comp for him, his concerns with the starting rotation, and when we could see Kade Anderson.

Brock and Salk play a game of Would You, featuring a variety of Seattle Sports topics. Later, Mariners GM Justin Hollander joins the sshow to discuss Colt Emerson's promotion to the big leagues, the injuries that have built up, some of the team's success stories so far this year and much more.

The Mariners called up Colt Emerson and Brock and Salk debate whether or not it was the right decision or if it was done too early. They then highlight what has gone wrong for the Mariners so far and what needs to get fixed. In Blue 88, topics include who is the Colt Emerson equivalent for the Seahawks, just how dominant the Seahawks defense is and what the national narrative is on the Seahawks schedule.

The Mariners were swept by the Padres over the weekend and Salk talks through it to start the show. Then, they go Around The Weekend with stories from the Mariners, NBA Playoffs and more.

We react to our favorite things we heard this week from guests like Seth Wickersham, Michael Holley, Daniel Jeremiah and Jeff Passan this week in For You-In Review. Then, in Need to Know, we discuss the M's win in the Astros series finale, Cal Raleigh's status, Matt Brash's rehab start and the NFL schedule release. Plus, we take your calls, as we do every Friday.

Brock and Salk respond to an email they got on the Seahawks schedule and ponder why the NFL is putting their game against the Patriots as a season opener. Later, Gee Scott stops by for his weekly appearance.

Brock and Salk react to the Seahawks schedule and discuss why it is tough, but a very fair schedule. They then look into what life without Cal raleigh will look like for the Mariners and who has to step up in the meantime. In Blue 88, topics include why Mike Macdonald could spend more time with the offense, why the draft grade on Jadarian Price is encouraging compared to some other running backs and who around the league has a brutal schedule.

The Seahawks and NFL schedule is out and Salk goes through which release videos he really liked and which ones he didn't. Then, they re-air their conversation with Daniel jeremiah of the NFL Network to get his thoughts on Sam Darnold, additional analysis on the Seahawks draft class and much more.

Cal Raleigh is going to the 10 day IL with a right oblique strain. We discuss why this needed to happen, and how this impact's the team in the meantime. Then, M's insider Shannon Drayer joins us with the latest from Dan Wilson's pre-game press conference.

Cal Raleigh is going to the 10 day IL with a right oblique strain. We discuss why this needed to happen, and how this impact's the team in the meantime. Then, M's insider Shannon Drayer joins us with the latest from Dan Wilson's pre-game press conference.

The hour starts with funny listener voicemails for Here's The Thing. After that, Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network joins the show to share his insight further on the Seahawks draft class, Dante Fowler, the idea of paying Sam Darnold top of the market money and plenty more.

Brock and Salk dive in to Cal Raleigh's injury and what the best course of action could be. They then react to Colin Cowherd's top ten QB list for 2026 and discuss whether they agree with where he ranked Sam Darnold. In Blue 88, Brock takes a look at more QB rankings, why he relates to Steelers rookie QB Drew Allar and what could be different about the Week 1 matchup between the Seahawks and Patriots compared to the Super Bowl.

The Mariners lose a close game to the Astros, so Salk talks through it along with the Cal Raleigh injury to start the show. Later, they re-air their conversation with Jeff Passan of ESPN who discusses Cal Raleigh, the Mariners recent play, the AL and much more.

Jeff Passan told us that you don't have to be a competitive person to play baseball at a high level. We continue that discussion and dig into what type of mindset is needed to play baseball. Then, in an ode to the great John Clayton, we go over the predictions for NFL strength of schedule. Plus, Salk crowns this week's Trash Takes winner.

Brock and Salk come back to a point in their conversation with Harold Reynolds and debate whether you need to be truly competitive to be a great baseball player. Later, Jeff Passan of ESPN joins the show for his weekly segment, in which they discuss Cal Raleigh, the AL West/American League and much more.

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Saslk goes through the biggest storylines in the Mariners win over the Astros yesterday and reads some late night Mariners texts. After that, they re-air their conversation with Harold Reynolds of MLB Network to discuss Cal Raleigh, the Mariners, some stories from his career and much more.

Salk noticed that the Rays seem to have something going in a positive direction with sacrifice bunts. He gives Lyle (noted bunt hater) a chance to argue against this being a positive trend. Then, Salk's former radio partner and current NBC Sports Boston host, Michael Holley joins the show to give us some background on Wyc Grousbeck. Grousbeck is reportedly preparing a bid for the Seahawks along with ArcelorMittal CEO, Aditya Mittal.

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Brock and Salk highlights Julio's hot first month and a half at the plate and the importance of it. They also highlight how weak the rest of the AL currently is and what course of action could be reasonable for the Mariners at this point. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on why word of mouth continues to be an effective tool for the Seahawks, the idea of a new Seahawks stadium and the idea of Beau Stephens making an impact as a rookie.

Salk reads some late night Mariners texts after the Mariners win over the Astros to start the show. Then, they re-air their conversation with Seth Wickersham of ESPN regarding rhe sale of the Seahawks, who could ultimately buy the team and plenty more.