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At least look like you care

Sep 8, 2026

At least look like you care

As football season begins, Seattle's baseball team looks like it can't wait for the season to end.

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Does Jason Myers pass the sniff test?

Sep 1, 2026

Does Jason Myers pass the sniff test?

I have a theory that kickers are like milk: Once they've turned you've got to throw 'em out. So where do we stand with Jason Myers?

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A matter of balls and strikes

Aug 28, 2026

A matter of balls and strikes

Turns out that Anthropic's AI model can't hold a candle to me when it comes to knowing the Mariners' history of testicular injuries.

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Too ugly to ignore

Aug 19, 2026

Too ugly to ignore

There's a clarity that comes from losses as embarrassing as the one Seattle just suffered in Milwaukee.

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Law & Order: NFL

Aug 14, 2026

Law & Order: NFL

When it comes to players accused of crimes, justice doesn't have all that much to do with the decisions NFL teams make.

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A-Rod is not exactly the prodigal son

Aug 5, 2026

A-Rod is not exactly the prodigal son

Seattle might very well be ready to welcome Alex Rodriguez back this weekend. I'm not, though, and I kinda hope others feel the same way.

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The problem with the Luis Castillo deal

Aug 3, 2026

The problem with the Luis Castillo deal

The Mariners remain so budget conscious they must rob Peter to pay Paul or -- in this case -- trade Castillo to create spending room.

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Diary of a Mariners fan

Aug 3, 2026

Diary of a Mariners fan

Why did Seattle let Colt Emerson struggle for so freaking long?

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Randy Johnson's brushback tactics

Jun 4, 2025

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Randy Johnson's brushback tactics

A hilarious quote from the Big Unit sent me down a rabbit hole to determine why he told a reporter he planned to bean any would-be burglars.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
It's never really about you

Jun 3, 2025

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15 min read

It's never really about you

I've always remembered the first time my stepfather visited my family's home. The meaning I've drawn from that memory, however, has changed dramatically over the years.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
I found my soulmate on the Internet

May 30, 2025

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I found my soulmate on the Internet

Turns out there's a UW graduate who hates both the Ducks AND the Thunder with the same intensity I do. I'm embarrassed I didn't know about Dustin Nickerson sooner!

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
The Great Man of M's history?

May 23, 2025

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7 min read

The Great Man of M's history?

Lou Piniella is not exactly underappreciated, but a book I recently read has me rethinking his importance to the Mariners.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
The Dang Apology Case Study

May 23, 2025

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9 min read

The Dang Apology Case Study

KJR's new guy commits two unforced errors and follows it up with a C-minus apology.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
All right Ant Man, you're up!

May 19, 2025

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6 min read

All right Ant Man, you're up!

Minnesota isn't our last hope for keeping the Thunder from a championship. The T-Wolves and Anthony Edwards might, however, be our best hope.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
I've seen this play before

May 15, 2025

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I've seen this play before

I realize this is a 'me' problem, but I find myself cringing as Russell Wilson introduces himself to the city where I live.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
The deliciousness of their tears

May 6, 2025

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7 min read

The deliciousness of their tears

Rooting against the Oklahoma City Thunder is the gift that keeps on giving.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
Deja vu all over again

May 2, 2025

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6 min read

Deja vu all over again

Seattle's approach to quarterback this offseason bears some striking resemblances to 2012. Just don't expect the rookie to wind up starting. At least not this year.

Danny ONeil
Danny ONeil
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DANNY O’NEIL

A veteran sports journalist and accidental radio host, I show founders, entrepreneurs and aspiring executives how to connect with an audience, building their personal brands and creating awareness of their expertise.

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