Brock and Salk

Stacy Rost join Mike Salk to discuss the M's loss last night and Salk's accusations that she's gotten a "big head". Then, in Need to Know, we dicuss the M's dropping the series with the Nationals, Logan Gilbert pitching in Tacoma, and the Kraken hiring their new head coach. Plus, we take your calls as we do every Friday.

Salk reacts to sound from Paul Hembekides, aka Hembo, regarding Julio's season so far, his approach and the coaching. Afetr, Gee Scott stops by for his weekly appearance to discuss the Seahawks and a variety of other topics.

Salk wonders if today is the day where the Mariners could make some transactions, especially given the Mariners recent tough stretch. They also bring on Brady Henderson of ESPN to discuss some Seahawks topics, including the idea of trading for Trey Hendrickson. In Blue 88, topics include Jalen Ramsey vs Trey Hendrickson, Jalen Milroe studying Brock Purdy and how important experience/snaps were for this Seahawks rookie class.

Salk says that last night's Mariners loss holds some weight to it, while also mentioning how we saw the reverse version of the two Dan's and how it played out in the game. Later, they re-air their conversation with Paul Hembekides, aka Hembo, from ESPN to discuss all things Mariners.

Brock reveals number 10 on his list of things to watch in the Seahawks 12 OTA practices. Then, we give out some early awards for this Mariners season so far. Plus, we discuss the unique mix of good and bad luck the M's have experienced this season and how it might impact their appraoch at the deadline.

Brock reveals number 10 on his list of things to watch in the Seahawks 12 OTA practices. Then, we give out some early awards for this Mariners season so far. Plus, we discuss the unique mix of good and bad luck the M's have experienced this season and how it might impact their appraoch at the deadline.

The hour starts by listening to some really creative fan voicemails for Here's The Thing. Afterwards, Paul Hembekides, known as Hembo, from ESPN joins the show to share his insight on the Mariners, Cal Raleigh, Andres Munoz, Julio Rodriguez and more.

Brock and Salk look at George Kirby's first two starts since returning from the IL and wonder how much cause for concern there is. They then bring on Sheil Kapadia of The Ringer to debate his opiniomn of the Seahawks offseason, which weas not a positive one. In Blue 88, Brock dives in on what him and Mark Schlereth see eye to eye on, an insightful answer from Joe Flacco about being a mentor QB and the most perplexing aspect of the ESPN FPI Power Index.

Salk opens the show by reading some listener text messages on how they're feeling about the Mariners, especially after their lopsided loss to the Nationals. Later, they replay their conversation with Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz, now of FOX Sports, to discuss the Mariners season, pitching in baseball, the modern game and more.

Brock continues his countdown of the 12 things he wants to see over the 12 Seahawks practices during OTA's. Then, we discuss Cal Raleigh's brilliance this season. Can he keep it up? How do you work in some rest for him? Plus, Salk crowns the winner of Trash Takes for the week.

Brock and Salk talk through the value of Logan Evans and Emerson Hancock this season and if that will make the Mariners reconsider long term extensions for any of their other pitchers at all due to what's on the way in the farm system. Later, Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz, now of FOX Sports joins the show to discuss the state of the Mariners, pitching injuries in baseball, the benefits and downsides of new age baseball and more.

Brock and Salk just how next level good Cal Raleigh has been so far this year and if he'll eventually need some more off days. They then debate the pros and cons of a Seahawks trade for Trey Hendrickson. In Blue 88, topics include Mike Macdonald's breakdown of the Seahawks first OTA, what the biggest NFL storyline is as phase three of the offseason begins and a list that drove Brock crazy.

The Mariners dominated in every phase of thwe game during their first of three against the Nationals and Salk goes through it all. Specifically Cal Raleigh and Logan Evans. Then, they re-air their conversation with Jeff Passan of ESPN.

Brock debuts his countdown of 12 things to watch for at Seahawks OTA's. Then, we discuss whether the Seahawks should move to a six man rotation and keep Emerson Hancock in it once everyone returns. Plus, we talk dishwasher etiquette, which is better between Monday or Friday holidays and how a Freaky Friday where Brock and Salk switch hometowns would have turned out in Answer the Question Jerk.

Brock and Salk debate whether it is worth it for the Seahawks to explore a trade for Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson. Later, Jeff Passan of ESPN joins the show to discuss the Mariners month of May, the injuries to some of their pitchers, what the trade deadline could look like and more.

Brock and Salk each share what to make of the Mariners at the Memorial Day mark. What has stood out to them? Salk also looks at some Mariners charts and comparing last year's offense at this point in time to this year at the current time. In Blue 88, Brock looks at one football rumor from social media, what Jaxson Dart and Jalen Milroe have in common, and some things that jumped out to him both locally and nationally.

Everyone is back from the long weekend and Salk tries to figure out what to make at the Mariners at Memorial Day. There is some good and some not as good. Afterwards, they go Around The Weekend with headlines from the Mariners, the NFL and more.

Lyle Goldstein and TJ Mathewson of the Marine Layer Podcast share their Mariners takeaways at memorial Day and a few things that have jumped out to them through the first two months of the season. Later, they take calls on their Mariners takeaways thus far as well.

Lyle Goldstein and TJ Mathewson of the Marine Layer Podcast dive in on the difference in Mariners offene between April and May. Which one feels more real? Can it balance out somewhere in the middle? They also discuss their level of concern with Jorge Polanco's injury and how he's only available to play in one role, and if the we could see prospects Cole Young and Harry Ford called up soon.

Lyle Goldstein and TJ Mathewson of the Marine Layer Podcast discuss a quote from Bryce Miller over the weekend that caused some concern about his injured elbow. Can he manage it? How will the Mariners proceed forward. They discuss. They also dive in to how valuable the contributions of Emerson Hancock and Logan Evans have been and having depth in the rotation. In Blue 88, topics include Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ken Walker and Aaron Rodgers.

Lyle Goldstein and TJ Mathewson of the Marine Layer Podcast (filling in for Brock and Salk) talk through what jumped out to them in the Mariners series in Houston, resulting in a series loss but a 6-4 road trip. Then, they re-air Brock and Salk's conversation with Mariners hitting coach Kevin Seitzer in which he breaks down what has stood out offensively with a variety of Mariners bats.

Salk's daughter Cecily joins us to rank her favorite pump up songs before hockey. Then, we dicuss the M's loss to the Astros, the latest on Julio and Woo and another change to the college football playoffs in Need to Know. Plus, we take your calls, as we do every Friday.

Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer is on the show to start the hour to share a bunch of injury updates along with George Kirby's first start and some other topics as well. Afterwards, Gee Scott stops by for his weekly appearance.

Salk discusses how much a hitting coach truly means to a baseball team and how much it has potentially changed over the years, tying it back to what Kevin Seitzer has done with the Mariners so far. Then, Kevin Seitzer joins the show to discuss the success and progress of Cal Raleigh, Randy Arozarena and several other players. In Blue 88, topics include Geno Smith vs Sam Darnold, the changes to the College Football Playoff and Jim Irsay.

Salk opens the show by reading some texts on the text line, including from some fans who have questions about Donovan Solano. He responds to them as a result. Later, they re-air their conversation with former Seahawks wide receiver Bryan Walters regarding the new look of the Seahawks, stories from his playing career and more.