Brock and Salk

Sadly, Lyle shares that this is his last week with the show but he won't be going far, as he will be working on the Marine Layer Podcast full time. Then, Jeff Passan joins the show to discuss piggyback starts, the M's facing some difficult situations already this season, the importance of players knowing their roles, Julio taking on more of a leadership role, and how much this team is missing Cal Raleigh's presence.

Brock and Salk talk through three storylines that they'll be watching for at Seahawks OTA's this week. Then, they take calls to hear from the people about what they feel is currently not going right with the Mariners.

The Mariners had their second piggyback game on Monday night and there is a lot of conversation to be had about it, so Brock and Salk go through it. They also discuss Julio being late to the plate on Sunday afternoon after the 5th inning defensive miscue by Randy Arozarena and wonder if it actually displayed a sign towards Julio's leadership. In Blue 88, topics include Leonard Williams, which Seahawk needs to start participating in offseason workouts and the Seahawks right guard position.

There were a lot of storylines from the Mariners weekend and Salk highlights them to start the show. Then, they go Around The Weekend with stories from the NFL, NBA, Mariners and more.

The hour starts by listening back to some of the best sound from the show throughout the week during For You In Review. Later, Gee Scott stops by and joins Mike Lefko for his weekly appearance.

Mike Lefko highlights some of the biggest questions currently facing the Mariners and if any of them will be answered on this upcoming road trip. After that, Shannon Drayer joins the show to discuss J.P. Crawford moving to third base, Colt Emerson, the piggybacking and more. In Blue 88, Michael Bumpus joins to break down what he'll be looking for at Seahawks OTA's, what to make of Matthew Stafford's extension and potential Seahawks joint practices.

Mike Lefko, filling in for Salk, looks at a few Mariners storylines to watch for as they enter the weekend against the Royals. Then, they re-air their conversation with Mariners Director of Player Development Justin Toole to hear his analysis on Colt Emerson and several other Mariners prospects.

Our discussion in the previous hour with M's Dir. of Player Development, Justin Toole leads to a discussion on how hard it is for kids to play multiple sports in today's youth sports environment. Then, Adam Jude joins the show to discuss JP Crawford offering to move to third base, the piggyback situation, Rob Refsnyder's struggles, and whether Randy Arozarena is the first third of the season MVP.

The hour starts with funny listener voicemails for Here's The Thing. Later, Mariners Director of Player Development Justin Toole joins the show to share his insight on Colt Emerson, Kade Anderson, Ryan Sloan, how to know when a prospect is ready and plenty more.

Brock and Salk highlight some of the ups and downs so far of the Mariners season and why they have felt a little more intense. They then debate if whether the Seahawks should pay Derrick Hall and the photo of him that recently surfaced. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on what Bill Belichick and Kurt Warner brought to light this week, who could be the J.P. Crawford this season for the Seahawks and if Nick Emmanwori has been listening to the show.

Salk opens the show talking about the news regarding J.P. Crawford being open to learning third base and how selfless that is. Then, they re-air their conversation with AJ Pierzynski of FOX Sports to discuss the Mariners piggyback dilemma, the team's play and more.

We discuss some of the in game decision surrounding the Bryce Miller/Luis Castillo piggyback start last night and how the team could handle this movign forward. Then, we react to some comments made by Mariners GM Jutin Hollander with us on Monday about not knowing exactly who this team is yet. Plus, Salk crowns this week's Trash Takes winner.

We discuss some of the in game decision surrounding the Bryce Miller/Luis Castillo piggyback start last night and how the team could handle this movign forward. Then, we react to some comments made by Mariners GM Jutin Hollander with us on Monday about not knowing exactly who this team is yet. Plus, Salk crowns this week's Trash Takes winner.

Brock and Salk talk through more of the decisions stemming from the Mariners piggyback outing last night and if this will continue moving forward. Later, Curt Menefee of FOX Sports joins the show to discuss the Seahawks schedule, how the team is shaping up for 2026 and more.

Brock and Salk highlight what went wrong for the Mariners and using their piggyback method in Tuesday's loss and some of the decisions that went into it all. Later, AJ Pierzynski of FOX Sports joins the show to discuss the Mariners loss from yesterday, the team's overall outlook, the injuries and more.

Salk reads some Late Night Mariners Texts to start the show after a really tough loss for the Mariners. Then, they re-air their conversation with Jeff Passan of ESPN to discuss Colt Emerson, the Mariners recent play and plenty more.

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.