• #247 MLB Trade Deadline Show
    Jul 31 2024

    Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host is joined by Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio and Ryan Divish, Seattle Times for a 90 minute MLB Trade deadline show. Jim joined Puck for the first 30 minutes from New York City and went over all the trades that took place and the availability of Vlad Guerrero Jr. Divish joined the show from Boston to go over the latest with what the Mariners did and didn't do. Have they improved themselves enough to win the division and be serious World Series contenders?


    Rundown



    01:12 The Chaos and Stress of the MLB Trade Deadline

    03:25 The Mets' Potential Trade Target

    05:20 The Market Reset and Cautionary Tales

    08:31 The Mariners' Active Trade Activity

    14:28 Balancing Offense and Pitching

    16:06 The Unavailability of Vlad Guerrero Jr.

    17:50 Considering Trades for Offensive Talent

    29:50 Assessing the Mariners' Trade Deadline Performance

    38:19 The Importance of Offense and Pitching

    42:21 Updates on Recent Trades and Roster Moves

    46:38 Discussion on the Addition of Justin Turner

    48:50 Speculation on Mariners' Potential Moves Before Trade Deadline

    51:28 Would you trade Luis Castillo?

    55:19 Assessment of Mariners' Roster Improvements

    01:05:29 Evaluation of Mariners' Offensive Potential

    01:13:10 Mariners' Trades and Team Improvement

    01:19:23 Divish gives viewers a tour of Fenway Park

    01:21:16 Catching situation with Cal Raleigh

    01:23:25 The Hosts' Reputation and Trade Deadline Coverage

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • # 245 Brad Adam
    Jul 30 2024

    Brad Adam, ROOT Sports, and Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, discuss car maintenance, golf, and the Seattle Mariners' trade deadline moves. They talk about the importance of keeping their wives happy by taking care of car maintenance, the experience of playing golf in the rain, and the recent acquisitions made by the Mariners. They analyze the impact of the new players on the team and discuss the possibility of further trades. They also touch on the trade market for pitchers and the potential value of trading Luis Castillo. The conversation covers various topics related to potential trades and player performances in baseball. The main themes include trade possibilities for pitchers like Castillo and Kikuchi, the performance of relief pitchers Santos and Thornton, the need for another bullpen arm, and the potential addition of a bat to the team. The hosts also discuss the energy in the clubhouse and the importance of adding players to improve the team's performance. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the upcoming trade deadline and the hosts' expectations for the team.

    Rundown

    00:00 Brad's wife concerned about changing her oil....Brad and Puck say it's a scam!
    03:01 Golfing in the Rain and the Challenges of the Game
    05:12 Analyzing the Mariners' Trade Deadline Acquisitions
    09:19 The Possibility of More Trades for Bullpen Arms
    12:19 The Limited Trade Market for Pitchers
    16:21 The Potential Value of Trading Luis Castillo
    19:29 Exploring Trade Possibilities
    25:07 Assessing Relief Pitchers
    27:06 The Need for Another Bullpen Arm
    28:24 Adding a Bat to Improve the Team
    32:08 Positive Energy in the Clubhouse
    33:52 Expectations for the Trade Deadline

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    34 mins
  • # 246 John Canzano
    Jul 30 2024

    Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com, open up about the recent Big Ten Media Day and the upcoming college football season. The hosts discuss the differences between the Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences, the perception of Oregon and USC in the Big Ten, the physicality of the Big Ten, and the challenges and opportunities for Pac-12 schools in the new landscape of college football. They also touch on the changes in media rights and the impact of NIL on athletic departments. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the CW network's partnership with Oregon State and Washington State and the potential for increased viewership.

    Rundown

    00:00 Opening thoughts on Big Ten Media Day
    00:54 How did the West Coast head coaches handle themselves in Indianapolis?
    02:05 Comparing the Big Ten and Pac-12 Conferences
    06:23 The Physicality of the Big Ten
    08:46 Challenges and Opportunities in the New College Football Landscape
    19:41 Washington and Oregon in the Big Ten
    25:41 The CW Network's Partnership with Oregon State and Washington State
    35:01 Pat Chun's Departure from Washington State

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    40 mins
  • #244 Daily Puck Drop
    Jul 30 2024

    Today's, Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett, discusses the MLB trade deadline and the Seattle Mariners' potential moves. He also talks about the Seahawks' training camp and the importance of the offensive line. Puck shares his thoughts on the NFL's new kickoff and onside kick rules. He also mentions the retirement of former Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny.

    Rundown

    00:00 Mariners and MLB Trade deadline....Puck goes over the moves he likes
    03:12 MLB Trade Deadline and the Mariners' Potential Moves...Bill Krueger doesn't trust Gregory Santos
    16:07 Seahawks Training Camp: Defense and Offensive Line
    27:17 "Hey, what the Puck!?" New NFL Rules for Kickoffs and Onside Kicks....Rashaad Penny Announces Retirement...John Elway regrets not drafting Josh Allen

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    36 mins
  • # 243 Bill Krueger
    Jul 29 2024

    Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, chats with Bill Krueger, Root Sports for his weekly conversation and they start off with the M's recent series vs. the White Sox and the impact of additions leading up to the trade deadline. They discuss the team's recent success, the impact of new acquisitions, and the strengths and weaknesses of the pitching staff. They also touch on potential trade targets and the pressure on the front office to make moves. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the importance of having a strong clubhouse culture and the potential for improvement in the second half of the season.

    Rundown

    00:00 Good weekend for the Mariners and appears to be moving in the right direction
    01:27 The addition of Randy Arozarena...Bill loves the move and what he brings to the team
    03:24 Assessing the Pitching Staff
    10:27 Does Jerry Dipoto feel pressure to make moves because he's in the last year of his contract?
    17:12 How much do the recent moves energize the clubhouse?
    25:09 What else do they need to add to the team...are they done?

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    33 mins
  • # 242 Daily Puck Drop
    Jul 29 2024

    On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Jim Moore, start off with the Seattle Mariners and their recent trades, including the acquisition of Randy Arozarena. They discuss the impact of these trades on the team's morale and confidence. The hosts also mention the possibility of the Mariners making more trades before the deadline. They briefly touch on the topic of back hair and laser hair removal. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the Mariners' chances of winning the division and making a deep playoff run. In this conversation, Puck and Jim discuss various topics including Victor Robles' personality, the performance of the Seattle Mariners, a quarterback bet on Sam Howell, the Seahawks, and new NFL rules. They also touch on a baseball ruling and controversy involving Puck's sons club baseball team

    Rundown

    00:00 M's front office sends message to team and team responds
    08:05 Mariners morale boosted by moves
    17:01 Mariners chances of winning the division improved
    22:13 The M's have enough capital to add more if they want
    26:35 Victor Robles: Bringing Personality to the Game
    29:51 The Mariners need one more bat to truly be a World Series contender
    30:21 "Hey, what the Puck!" Does Jim want out of his Sam Howell will start bet? Unpopular NFL Rule: In-Game Interviews with Head Coaches... Controversial Baseball Ruling in Puck's sons club baseball tournament

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    53 mins
  • # 241 Ryan Divish
    Jul 26 2024

    Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Ryan Divish, Seattle Times discuss the M's trade for Randy Arozarena. Puck and Divish discuss the process of the trade, the players involved, and the impact it will have on the team. They also speculate on potential future trades and the team's overall strategy. The conversation touches on topics such as the Mariners' need for a left-handed bat, the defensive shortcomings of Arozarena and the possibility of trading Harry Ford at the deadline and if they don't will they move him in the offseason or would they move Cal Raleigh to pave the way for Ford?

    Rundown

    00:00 Breaking down the trade for Randy Arozarena
    03:09 How was the timeline of the trade that broke last night by Adam Jude of the Seattle Times. Ryan takes Puck behind the scenes
    06:59 What did the Mariners give up?Was Ryan surprised that they didn't have to dip into a prospect in their top 10?
    11:52 How much will Arozarena benefit the Mariners offense? People need to be concerned about Randy's defense
    15:53 What other holes do the M's need to fill?
    19:57 Future Trades and Team Strategy
    23:03 The M's need to find a back up catcher and bullpen arm
    23:52 Does Ryan feel like another major move is coming?

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    24 mins
  • # 240 Chris Egan
    Jul 26 2024

    Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host is joined by Chris Egan, KING 5, who is in Paris covering the Olympics and shares his experiences and observations. He talks about the food, the culture, and the international love for basketball. He also discusses his busy schedule as a multimedia journalist and the challenges of navigating the city. Chris highlights the importance of walking and staying active, and expresses his desire to bring back the European lunch hours and police sirens to the US. He also mentions his interactions with the French people and their love for rugby. Overall, Chris provides a lively and entertaining account of his time in Paris.

    Rundown

    00:00 Qui, Qui...he's arrived in Paris!
    01:27 Arrival in Paris and Observations
    04:59 The Global Love for Basketball which gets Chris exited for the Sonics return. He bumps into Kevin Durant
    09:53 Interactions with French People and an old man and Chris shared fries together while not speaking to eachother
    12:35 Chris details lugging all his gear around Paris

    19:58 Bringing European Customs to the US, which include the four hour lunch, wine, but not smoking or armpit hair!

    23:57 The Quest for Donuts in Paris and Chris wonders if it's rude to ask where a good donut place is
    25:38 Egan is set to try escargot tonight in Paris, but won't try frog legs

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    31 mins