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MLB expansion, M's on the move? CFB NW preview, Hawks RB battle | Daily Puck Drop Aug 19, 2025

Show notes

On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined today Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com. Puck opens the show discussing the Mariners starters struggles on the road and why their split are so extreme.

Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck and picks up on the starters splits for the Mariners. They also discuss Rob Manfred’s comments on expansion and what a new realignment in baseball could look like and what cities are the favorites for expansion? Also, what is going on with Ketel Marte in Arizona?

Puck quickly touches in on “Seahawks Camping” and shares that are not any real pressing camp battles going on but it is intriguing to see what happens with the third running back situation.

College football is here this weekend and John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com is here to preview the upcoming season of the four Northwest schools, plus, John reacts to MLB expansion talk in Portland and could the Trail Blazers sale be in jeopardy?

“In Other News…” Puck touches in on QB starters being named with the Colts and Browns, Trey Hendrickson staying in Cincy? NBA wants regulations on prop bets, Vlad Guerrero significant injury? And, Oklahoma Sooners football selling a fan experience to be with the media.

Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” College football is back this weekend, but it’s not the same and it never will be.

(1:00) Puck opens up talking about the M’s starters struggles on the road

(11:40) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio

(44:47) John Canzano

(1:17:31) “In other News…”

(1:23:06) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Mariners special day, Cougs/Huskies preview, Trey Henderickson? | Daily Puck Drop Aug 18, 2025

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On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Tim Booth, Seattle Times. Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”. And, college football preview with Jamey Vinnick of Cougfan.com and Christian Caple of OnMontlake.com

Puck opens the show discussing the Mariners disappointing series vs. the Mets and the Orioles and the inconsistent offense. Puck also looks back to the Seahawks game on Friday and the dominant run game is once again on display!

Tim Booth, Seattle Times, was in Williamsport covering the Little League World Series Classic with his son and gives a firsthand account of cool and special the whole weekend was for them to share it together. The players, coaches, kids and media talked about how special it was and a reminder of the power of baseball

Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” joins Puck to react to the last two series losses and the main culprit being their inconsistent offense. Bill and Puck chat about the atmosphere in Williamsport, plus, the lackluster start from George Kirby, looking ahead to this week and the return of starter Bryce Miller.

College Football Preview with Jamey Vinnick, Cougfan.com and Christian Caple, On Montlake, OnMontlake.com, Puck starts off with the Cougars and he and Jamey talked about the Cougars starting quarterback will be in the fall, the strength of the team, the new look offense, the linebacking core and a prediction on the teams record. Christian Caple breaks down year two under Jedd Fisch, plus, the growth of the team, growth of quarterback Demond Williams, the expectations of Jonah Coleman, what worries the Huskies and Christian gives his prediction for the season.

“In Other News….” The Bengals may trade Trey Hendrickson, Victor Robles ejected, the AP all-time All-American teams, Dillion Gabriel takes shot at Sheduer Sanders and Sue Bird honored.

Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?” No sport better than baseball of connecting kids and their game

(1:00) Puck on the M’s faltering vs. the Orioles and Mets, plus, the Seahawks look great on offense

(18:00) Tim Booth, Seattle Times

(32:11) Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”

(54:40) College Football Preview

(1:16:38) “In Other News….”

(1:23:00) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

NIL in HS Sports, Chris Egan near death experience and alternative to Dylan Moore | Daily Puck Drop Aug 15, 2025

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On Friday’s, August 15, Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joinedJon Manley, prep reporter for the Tacoma News-Tribune discussing NIL in high school sports and Chris Egan, KING 5, is here for his weekly visit. No Jim Moore on this Friday as he is moving his kids back to college.

Today’s show opens with Puck discussing the Mariners disaster against Baltimore. The series was filled with terrible offense and mental mistakes and Puck shares what he wants to see from the Seahawks second preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Puck is joined by Jon Manley, preps reporter for the Tacoma News-Tribune, who broke the story involving two Tacoma based high school football stars, Lincoln’s Sione Kaho and Mount Tahoma’s Elijah Durr, who have singed a Name, Image and Likeness deal with a local restaurant in Tacoma. What’s the future of NIL in high school and what are the concerns moving forward?

Chris Egan, KING 5, is back! Egan has been at a fishing lodge in Alaska for the past week and comes back refreshed and ready to go. Egan details his fishing adventures and how much fun it was to get away. Egan and Puck react to the Tacoma News-Tribune story on NIL in high school sports. Egan shares his concerns and issues with NIL being involved at this level. Egan also breaks news in regards to KING 5’s Big Game of the Week and the change that fans will see this year.

Puck recaps his Puck’s Posse shows from this week, The SportsPit with Steve Sandmeyer & Matt “Stretch” Johnson, “KJ-Arent’s” with Mitch Levy and our MLB Insider show with Ryan Divish from the Seattle Times.

“In Other News…” Brewers fans get burgers, punishment for Michigan football, Matt Stafford health, WSU QB decision

Puck wraps up the show with “Hey, What the Puck!?” Name, Image and Likeness seems like a good idea in high school sports until it isn’t.

(1:00) Puck discusses the disaster of the Baltimore series and preview

(9:45) Jon Manley, prep reporter, Tacoma News-Tribune on NIL in HS sports

(19:45) Chris Egan, KING 5

(53:46) “The Scout”

(1:10:00) Puck’s Posse Show Wrap-Up

(1:15:00) “In Other News…”

(1:20:53) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Dylan Moore failure, Mike Garafolo on NFL News and Mitch Levy and Howard Cosell | Daily Puck Drop | Daily Puck Drop Aug 14, 2025

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On Thursday’s, Aug. 14 Daily Puck Drop, Puck welcomes NFL Insider Mike Garafolo from the NFL Network, plus, another episode of “KJ-Arent’s” with Mitch Levy, host of the Mitch Unfiltered Podcast.

The show opens discussing Dylan Moore and his rough game on Wednesday, plus, some curious managerial decisions made by Dan Wilson.

Mike Garafolo, NFL Network joins Puck to chat about the play of Jalen Milroe in the preseason opener, expectations for Sam Darnold, the Seahawks wide receiver room, Geno Smith double-bird, Jamarcus Russell and Purple Drank, Matt Stafford’s back, Seahawks potential sale, Ken Walker contract, John Schneider’s extension and what’s the future of Micah Parsons?

On this week’s “KJ-Arent’s”, On this sneak preview, Puck and Mitch discuss a funny moment involving Ichiro's Hall of Fame weekend and why did Mitch get int sports broadcasting. You can watch and listen to the full show by signing up to become a Puck's Posse member at PuckSports.com.

“In Other News…” Michael Penix Jr. involved in a fight, Celtics sale is final and the Big 12 makes a change do to gambling.

Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Dan Wilson is still learning, but he does make some interesting decisions.

(1:00) Puck opens up discussing Dylan Moore

(13:52) Mike Garafolo, NFL Network

(49:40) “KJ-Arent’s” Mitch Unfiltered

(58:23 ) “In Other News…”

(1:00:17) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Munoz heat exhaustion, Mateer gambling and Jim is a bad Coug fan | Daily Puck Drop Aug 13, 2025

Show notes

On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Puck is joined byJim Moore, the Go-2-Guy, MLB Insider Ryan Divish and the SportsPit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson.

Puck and Jim recap last night’s Mariners game and put themselves in the shoes of Orioles fans and how we would feel if their closer was given time to recover from heat exhaustion. They discuss that the Civil War between Oregon and Oregon State may be in jeopardy and they as Coug fans certainly sympathize with Beaver fans. They go Seahawks Camping and get caught up on the lates camp storylines and a big argument ensues over being more excited for a Cougars win or a Huskies loss!!

“In other news…” Big 10 championship game odds, big loss for the Astros, Bills running back gets paid, new owner for the Blazers and John Mateer statement over gambling.

Puck then plays his weekly sneak preview podcast with Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times. Divish and Puck discuss the play of the Mariners and wonder if they’ll ever lose again. Also, the need for more bullpen help, return of Luke Raley, Julio rest and when is Victor Robles coming back? Full Ryan Divish podcast available for Puck’s Posse members at Pucksports.com

On this week’s SportsPit edited show, Puck, Matt “Stretch” Johnson and Steve Sandmeyer discuss the impact of Josh Naylor and the Mariners marketing knocks it out of the park with their Ichiro celebration.

Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” What does the Blazers sale now mean for the Seahawks?

Daily Puck Drop, Tue., Aug. 12 - Canzano on Pac-12 new media deal + Dugar breaks down Seahawks camp Aug 12, 2025

Show notes

On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined today by Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com. No Jim Duquette today, but he’ll be back next week.

Puck opens the show previewing the Mariners upcoming road trip plus discussing a new contract for Josh Naylor.

Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, drops by to visit with Puck about what he’s seen so far in Seahawks training camp and the cap casualty that may happen to Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Plus, the improvement from Jalen Milroe, Mike Macdonald’s defense and they share their love for the fullback.

John Canzano, JohnCanzano.comswings by for his weekly to discuss all things college football, including, a new lawsuit led by departing Mountain West schools toward the conference, the future of the Civil War is in jeopardy and John shares his thoughts on new WSU football coach Jimmy Rogers having his quarterbacks go live in practice. But, John and Puck start off discussing the pros and cons of the Little League World Series, plus, the lost art of ding-dong ditching.

“In Other News…”. Ryan Sloan, a Mariners top prospect has been elevated, the Mariners are featured prominently in the new MLB Pipeline top 100, MLB playoff schedule announced, the Kraken give out an extension and a top NFL QB undergoes surgery.

Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” Former Coug QB John Mateer finds himself an alleged gambling story.

(1:00) Puck on M’s and Josh Naylor contract

(12:00) Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic

(48:00) John Canzano, John Canzano.com

(1:16:33) “In other News…”

(1:21:38) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Daily Puck Drop, Mon., Aug. 11 - Mariners "favorites in the AL" Aug 11, 2025

Show notes

On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett and the Go-2-Guy, Jim Moore, recap a wonderful weekend of Mariners baseball. Jim has regrets over his Cal Raleigh bet with Puck, because it appears he is going to lose it quite easily. Puck once again makes his plea for the M’s to sign Josh Naylor to an extension and they debate who will be in the rotation once the playoffs start and in the “Other News” segment they bring up history made in baseball over the weekend, Tommy Fleetwood falls again, Bonney Lake game time at the LL World Series and Edgar Martinez has a new job.

Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball” joins Puck to discuss the Mariners impressive home stand, Julio’s heater and being more comfortable. What does Bill think they should do when Victor Robles returns to action in right field? Cal had a minor slump but has turned it back around over the weekend and Bill and Puck discuss a confidence boosting moment for Bryan Woo.

Puck wraps up with, “Hey, what the Puck!?” The next few months of Mariners baseball is going to be a fun ride.

(1:00) Puck and Jim

(51:58) “In Other News….”

(56:53) Bill Krueger, “Old School Baseball”

(1:21:22) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Daily Puck Drop, Fri., Aug. 8 "No, Josh Naylor!!!" Aug 08, 2025

Show notes

On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined Jim Moore, plus we catch up with Brendan Lempesis, who on the Puck the Picker Majors golf contest and is headed to Gamble Sands! No Chris Egan this week, but Puck does sit down with “The Scout” and they do a deep dive into Mariners minor league shortstop Colt Emerson.

Puck and Jim open up talking about Jim’s computer issue being fixed and they react to the Josh Naylor injury, plus, they recap last night’s Seahawks/Raiders preseason game. In the “other news” segment, Puck and Jim cover an unbelievable stat with Paul Skenes, rough injury for the Chargers, the Mountain West is being sued, a new unreal ice cream flavor, and they wish Bonney Lake Little League baseball team good luck in their regional championship game on Friday night!

Puck is joined by Brendan Lempesis, who won this years Puck the Picker Majors Golf contest. Brendan is headed to Gamble Sands to play two rounds of golf and stay at their beautiful resort and guys, you won’t believe who he’s taking!

“The Scout” joins Puck to take a deep look at Mariners minor league shortstop, Colt Emerson. “The Scout” raves about his hitting ability, but mostly about his defense and he’s on the verge of joining the big league club soon.

Puck wraps up the show with “Hey, What the Puck!?” The Seahawks rookie class looks real, real good.

(1:00) Puck and Jim

(49:06) “In other news…”

(57:12) Brendan Lempesis, Puck the Picker Majors Golf winner

(1:09:35) “The Scout”

(1:22:22) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Daily Puck Drop, Thu., Aug. 7 - Fun baseball! Aug 07, 2025

Show notes

On Thursday’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Mike Garafolo from the NFL Network, Brad Adam of ROOT Sports and during the live show you get the full “KJ-Arent’s” with Mitch Levy.

Puck starts the show raving about the Mariners new look lineup and specifically his love for newly acquired first basemen Josh Naylor!

Puck switches gears to talk NFL with Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network. Mike is in the car on his way to cover the Ravens and Colts preseason game. Puck and Mike discuss the recent merger between the NFL Network and ESPN and what does that mean for both networks and what does that mean for Mike moving forward? They chat about the Seahawks first preseason game against Pete Carroll and the Raiders and how much Pete wants to win Thursday’s game. Garafolo also touches in on the health of Uchenna Nwosu and why lately has there been all this slander for Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy?

Back over to baseball with Brad Adam, ROOT Sports. Brad shares his giddiness over the Mariners new look lineup and believes this is the best Mariners team since the 2001 team. Puck also begs Brad in a playful manner to please fix the ROOT Sports Mariners app. Plus, they talk about Ichiro’s

Mitch Levy, Mitch Unfiltered podcast is back for another episode of “KJ-Arent’s”. The full show airs during the live episode, but for the podcast you get a sneak preview of the show. To watch or listen to the full show, go to PuckSports.com to sign up and become a Puck’s Posse member. We cover everything from red clam chowder, the fun Mariners, David McKlay Kidd and a new Josh Naylor contract!

“In other news…..” A preview of tonight’s Seahawks/Raiders games, smelling salts banned by the NFL, and an update on two local teams at the Little League World Series

Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!” Is new Washington State football coach Jimmy Rogers playing with fire?

(1:00) Puck shares his love for Josh Naylor

(10:34) Mike Garafolo, NFL Network

(27:35) Brad Adam, ROOT Sports

(53:17) Mitch Unfiltered

(1:01:17) “In other news…”

(1:05:32) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

Daily Puck Drop, Wed., Aug. 6 - Cal Raleigh panic time? Aug 06, 2025

Show notes

On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Puck is joined by Jim Moore, the Go-2-Guy, Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times and a preview of this weeks SportsPit with Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson.

Puck and Jim have a good laugh at the start of the show because Jim is once again having issues with his computer which is causing him to get very angry. They discuss the M’s recent win, the struggles of Cal Raleigh, why Puck doesn’t like Dom Canzone, the return of Victor Robles, Pete Carroll coming back to Seattle, NFL Network heading over to ESPN and the Cougs doing something radical at football practice this week.

Ryan Divish, Seattle Times, joins Puck for his weekly visit and Divish is back on the job covering the team after taking a sabbatical to coach his stepsons baseball team. On this weeks sneak preview they discuss Ryan’s return to covering the team and the recent struggles of Cal Raleigh. The full Divish podcast is available for Puck’s Posse members at PuckSports.com!

After Puck says goodbye to Divish, he says hello to Steve Sandmeyer and Matt “Stretch” Johnson for this weeks SportsPit podcast. On this weeks preview, the boys recap the Mariners trade deadline and are amazed what they got and what they didn’t give up. Plus, they wish Dave “The Groz” Grosby a very happy birthday! The full SportsPit is available for Puck’s Posse members at PuckSports.com. You can join today for as little as $5 dollars a month.

Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” It’s not time to panic about Cal Raleigh, but a simple lineup change is in order.

(1:00) Puck and Jim

(58:32) Ryan Divish, Seattle Times

(1:11:10) The SportsPit with Steve Sandmeyer & Matt “Stretch” Johnson

(1:24:45) “Hey, What the Puck!?”

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