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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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Mariners stuck in the middle ... again

Jul 30, 2026

Mariners stuck in the middle ... again

The Seahawks player I'm most interested in watching this month doesn't have much of a chance of playing this year.

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The new era of NFL discipline isn't so new
LockSimple

Aug 23, 2022

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The new era of NFL discipline isn't so new

A new study found undermines the idea that the NFL overhauled the way it treats players said to have committed crimes against women.

The benefits of being uncomfortable

Aug 18, 2022

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6 min read

The benefits of being uncomfortable

I got to watch Nate Burleson work last week, and as we talked afterward, I was reminded of the benefits of pushing yourself to accept uncomfortable situations.

Julio robbed and Russ's new job

Aug 16, 2022

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Julio robbed and Russ's new job

There's no excuse for what happened to Julio Rodriguez in Anaheim, but there's no reason to get upset by what Russell Wilson's saying in Denver. Oh, and new shiny UW uniforms.

Russell Wilson is the exact same dude
LockSimple

Aug 16, 2022

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7 min read

Russell Wilson is the exact same dude

The only thing that has changed is the uniform he's wearing and the phrase he's using to punctuate his interviews. If you feel differently about him, that's about you.

You can't fix stupid
LockSimple

Aug 16, 2022

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3 min read

You can't fix stupid

I know officiating is an incredibly difficult job, but what happened Monday night in Anaheim is a reason of why it can be difficult for me to work up much sympathy for the men in blue.

Fine. We'll do it live!
LockSimple

Aug 11, 2022

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5 min read

Fine. We'll do it live!

My attempt to save some sleep wound up costing me in the long run of a pretty unforgettable day for the Seattle Mariners.

I was no match for the Fireball
LockSimple

Aug 8, 2022

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I was no match for the Fireball

A trip to the local amusement park left me in a cold sweat, begging for the world to stop spinning, much to the amusement of my nieces and nephew.

Gravy trains, a goofy park and a bad finger

Jul 29, 2022

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Gravy trains, a goofy park and a bad finger

The Mariners are in Houston and that's a problem. Jamal Adams is from Houston and he's got a problem and then there's LIV Golf which some people say as no problem.

Metcalf stays put, Adams sees specialist
LockSimple

Jul 29, 2022

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3 min read

Metcalf stays put, Adams sees specialist

Signing the star wide receiver to a three-year extension wasn't a surprise. Having the strong safety seek another opinion on his fingers, however, that was unexpected.

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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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