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Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio Sep 09, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, joined weekly by Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio and they opened up about the firing of Scott Servais and the future of the Seattle Mariners. They discuss the struggles of the offensive line and the possibility of trading pitchers. The hosts also talk about Shohei Ohtani's incredible season and his chances of reaching the 50-50 club.

Rundown
0:00 The Impact of Scott Servais' Firing on the Seattle Mariners and surprised Jerry Dipoto returned?

18:05 The Need for Change in the Seattle Mariners Organization

23:10 The Moving Goal Posts for the Seattle Mariners

26:10 Simplifying the Approach to Hitting in Baseball

28:01 :49 Trading Pitchers and the Value of Contracts

30:00 14 The Potential Trade Value of Logan Gilbert

33:00 Shohei Ohtani's Incredible Season

Chris Egan Show... Wedding recap. Chris saves a boat. Dipoto returns. Elephant ears vs. scones. Sep 06, 2024

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Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host and Chris Egan, King 5, discuss various topics including Chris's return to America, the excitement of high school football, the Washington State Fair, and Chris's daughter's wedding. They also talk about the Seahawks and the tradition of the father-daughter dance at weddings. In this conversation, Chris Egan and Puck discuss various topics including technical difficulties, the Puyallup Fair, the Seattle Mariners, and the upcoming Seattle Seahawks season. They also share personal stories about family events and a boating mishap. The conversation is filled with humor and insights into local sports and events.

Rundown

00:00 Chris Egan's Return to America and the Excitement of High School Football

01:35 Wedding of the year for Egan’s daughter

03:12 What’s with the tradition of dancing with your daughter at her wedding? Scones or elephant ears?

26:01 Why did the M’s bring Jerry Dipoto back?

31:01 Excitement over the start for the Seahawks

37:07 Chris saves a sinking boat

Daily Puck Drop...Dipoto back, why? Geno confirms contract Sep 06, 2024

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On today’s Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host and Jim Moore, former co-host at KJR, open up with Jim on the road in Madras, Oregon. They discuss their excitement and nerves about taking the show live starting Monday. They mention the sponsors of their show and express gratitude for their support. They briefly mention the possibility of new hosts taking over their previous time slot. The conversation revolves around the Seattle Mariners and their general manager Jerry Dipoto. The hosts discuss the recent decision to extend Dipoto's contract despite the team's lack of success. They express frustration with the organization's lack of accountability and the failure to make the playoffs in nine years. They also discuss the team's farm system, the toxic environment within the organization, and the Mariners' reputation for being cost-conscious. The conversation touches on the possibility of trading players and the future of the team. In this final part of the conversation, Jim and Puck discuss the memories and emotions surrounding the Oakland Coliseum, the potential contract extension for Geno Smith, and their smoking lock of the week. They also introduce Taylor Mathis, a sports handicapper, and discuss upcoming episodes and guests.

Rundown

00:00 Jim at a park in Madras, Oregon

05:39 Show goes live starting Monday…the guys are a little nervous

08:24 Gratitude for Sponsors and New App

15:13 Puck gives out Jim’s Venmo again so people can send him money

19:47 Jim and Puck talk about their replacements on the radio

20:21 Frustration with the Mariners' Lack of Success

21:19 The Toxic Environment within the Organization

22:09 Dipoto's Reputation for Being Cost-Conscious

26:06 Speculation about Trades and the Future of the Team

42:01 Remembering the Oakland Coliseum

44:15 The Geno Smith Contract Extension

47:14 Introducing Taylor Mathis, a busty sports handicapper

59:20 Upcoming Episodes and Guests

# 303 Ryan Divish..Dipoto coming back Sep 05, 2024

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Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host and Ryan Divish, Seattle Times, hold an emergency podcast after the announcement that Jerry Dipoto is returning in 2025. Puck and Divish discuss the lack of transparency from ownership and the concerns about Dipoto's ability to build a successful offense. They also speculate on the length of Dipoto's contract and the potential risks of desperate decision-making to save his job. The conversation highlights the need for stability and clear direction within the organization.

Rundown

00:00 Jerry Dipoto is coming back in ’25…why?

05:25 What led to the decision?

09:30 The Lack of Transparency in Bringing Back Dipoto

14:45 The Concerns About the Offense

23:25 The Risks of Desperate Decision-Making

29:30 The Importance of Stability and Clear Direction

# 302 Rob Staton Sep 05, 2024

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Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host and Rob Staton, SeahawksDraftBlog.com….Football season is back and the conversation revolves around the upcoming Seahawks Broncos game. The hosts discuss their excitement for the season and their expectations for the Seahawks. They also touch on the San Francisco 49ers and their potential regression. The conversation then shifts to the coaching changes in Seattle and the impact it may have on the team's performance. They discuss DK Metcalf and the need for him to prove himself as a dominant receiver. The hosts also speculate on the Seahawks' offensive strategy and the depth at the wide receiver position. The conversation covers various topics related to the Seattle Seahawks and their upcoming season. The hosts discuss the offensive strategy under new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, the potential of running back Kenneth Walker, the concerns about quarterback Geno Smith's social media presence, and the excitement surrounding the team's throwback uniforms.

Rundown

00:00 The Return of Football Season and Excitement for the Seahawks

03:08 Expectations for the Seahawks and the Impact of Coaching Changes

18:43 DK Metcalf's Need to Prove Himself as a Dominant Receiver

22:11 The Seahawks' Offensive Strategy and Wide Receiver Depth

22:48 Analyzing the Seahawks' Offensive Strategy

24:16 The Potential of Kenneth Walker

26:06 Concerns About Geno Smith's Social Media Presence

28:37 The Excitement Surrounding the Throwback Uniforms

35:07 Rob Staton's Post-Game Show

# 301 Mike Garafolo Sep 05, 2024

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On this week’s show, Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host and Mike Garafolo, NFL Network discuss the start of the football season and the upcoming Chiefs vs. Ravens game. They also touch on topics such as the unpredictability of football, the importance of the trenches, and the annoyance of certain sports commentators. They briefly mention the rumors surrounding Geno Smith and the Seahawks, as well as the recent controversy involving an undercover reporter in the Washington Football Team organization. In this conversation, Mike Garafolo and Puck discuss various topics related to the NFL. They talk about the recent firing of a Washington Football Team employee, the importance of fans in the NFL, player injuries and contract negotiations, and the upcoming NFL season. They also share there love for road rage

Rundown

00:00 The Start of Football Season and the Chiefs vs. Ravens Game

03:18 The Unpredictability of Football and Overcomplicated Analysis

05:31 The Importance of the Trenches in Football cliche!

09:04 Rumors and Misinformation: Geno Smith and the Seahawks

14:46 Controversy Surrounding an Undercover Reporter in the Washington Football Team

18:52 The Controversial Firing of a Washington Football Team Employee

22:31 “mouth breather” fans in NFL

31:37 Road Rage love

# 300 Daily Puck Drop Sep 05, 2024

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Today is episode # 300!!! Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host, opens up the Daily Puck Drop venting about his frustrating morning dealing with website authentication and payment plan updates. Puck discusses the upcoming Seahawks season and promotes that Curtis Crabtree, Fox 13 and Tim Booth, Associated Press will join him on Mondays to analyze the team. He expresses his frustration with the Mariners' performance and the possibility of Jerry Dipoto returning as the general manager. The conversation transitions to high school football and other podcasts before diving into the Seahawks' training camp and the changes under new head coach Mike McDonald. The influence of defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier is highlighted as a valuable resource for McDonald. In this conversation, Puck, Tim Booth and Curtis Crabtree discuss various topics related to the Seattle Seahawks. They touch on the competitive nature of training camp, DK Metcalf's performance and potential contract extension, the expectations for backup quarterback Geno Smith, the status of injured players, and the recent firing of a Washington Commanders executive.

Rundown

00:00 Puck hates dealing with password!

02:23 Mariners collapse

06:51 Speculating on Jerry Dipoto's Future

09:34 Unpopular Move if Jerry Dipoto Returns

14:10 Frustration with the Mariners' Collapse

17:38 Discussing the Oakland Coliseum and feeling bad for the fans

18:08 Promoting the Huskies and Cougars Podcasts

20:32 Changes in the Seahawks' Training Camp

25:33 The Influence of Leslie Frazier

30:06 The Importance of Competition

30:08 The Importance of Competition in Training Camp

31:50 DK Metcalf's Prove-It Year

33:04 Geno Smith's Potential and Contract Situation

36:04 Injury Updates and Offensive Line Concerns

43:24 Controversial Firing of Washington Commanders' VP

# 299 Todd Milles, SBLive WA Sep 05, 2024

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Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host is joined by Todd Milles, Scorebook Live Washington Senior Editor, who has been covering high school athletics since 1994, reveals the top 10 high school football teams in the state of Washington, regardless of classifications. The top 10 teams are: Bellevue, Lake Stevens, Camas, Eastside Catholic, Sumner, Anacortes, Eastlake, Kennewick, Kennedy Catholic, and Linden. Todd provides insights into each team and their strengths, including standout players and coaching strategies. He emphasizes the depth and talent of these teams and predicts a challenging season for Lake Stevens as they aim for a historic three-peat.

Takeaways

The top 10 high school football teams in Washington, regardless of classifications, are Bellevue, Lake Stevens, Camas, Eastside Catholic, Sumner, Anacortes, Eastlake, Kennewick, Kennedy Catholic, and Linden.

Each team has its own strengths, including talented players and experienced coaching staff.

Lake Stevens faces the challenge of replacing 10 defensive starters from last year's team, but their strong offensive backfield gives them an advantage.

Bellevue is considered the most complete team in the state, with a deep roster and a strong coaching staff.

The high school football season in Washington is highly anticipated and there is excitement around the top teams and their potential for success.

#298 Puck the Huskies Sep 05, 2024

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Jason “Puck” Puckett, former KJR host, is joined by former player Jordan Reffett and sideline reporter Elise Woodward for their weekly chat talking Husky Football. They highlight the standout players and areas for improvement, such as the defensive line and the need for more turnovers. The conversation also touches on the challenges of accessing games on TV and the frustration it causes for fans. The hosts end with a preview of the upcoming game against Eastern Michigan and the highly anticipated Apple Cup against Washington State.

Rundown

00:00 Elise wants to hurry up so she can drink

00:56 Debut of Jedd Fisch and how the team looked in first game

02:29 Areas for Improvement: Defensive Line and Turnovers

06:08 Frustration with Limited TV Access for Fans

09:23 Preview of Upcoming Games: Eastern Michigan and Apple Cup

# 297 Coug's Corner w/ John Mateer Sep 04, 2024

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On this week’s “Cougs Corner” with John Mateer, the Wazzu QB discusses his debut game, his pregame routine, his leadership style, and his experience competing for the starting quarterback job. He also talks about his running ability, his admiration for other quarterbacks, and his love for Texas barbecue. Mateer praises the performance of the offensive line and the receivers in the game against Portland State and expresses confidence in the team's ability to continue performing well. In this conversation, John Mateer, the quarterback for Washington State University, discusses his journey to the team, the changing landscape of college athletics, and his football influences. He also talks about the upcoming game against Texas Tech and his experience playing high school football in Texas.

Rundown

00:00 A Successful Debut: John Mateer's First Game as Washington State's Quarterback

03:05 Becoming a Vocal Leader: Mateer's Leadership Style

06:48 Learning from Cam Ward: Consistency and Ignoring Negativity

09:05 Developing Running Ability: Mateer's Inspiration from Lamar Jackson and Jake Locker

12:02 Texas Barbecue and Miss Huddy's Partnership: Mateer's Love for BBQ

15:17 Impressive Performance: Offensive Line and Receivers Shine in the Game Against Portland State

19:13 From Underrecruited to Washington State

26:45 Mateer's Football Influences

29:06 The Thrill of Texas High School Football