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# 115 Mike Garafolo May 23, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, and Mike Garafolo, NFL Network, open up with abstract art and the difficulty of determining its value...what dorks! Mike has an abstract art picture in his house and Puck was making fun of it. They then briefly touch on the topic of Jamal Adams potentially returning to the Seattle Seahawks. The conversation shifts to personal topics, such as parenting and pedicures. They briefly discuss the possibility of an 18-game NFL schedule and the impact it would have on players. The conversation ends with a mention of Philadelphia sports teams. In this conversation, Puck and Mike Garafolo discuss various topics related to football. They talk about humorous interactions with Jets fans, the possibility of Aaron Rodgers running for vice president, potential expansion of the NFL, and the market for new teams. They also touch on contract negotiations for players like T. Higgins and Dak Prescott, as well as the physical condition of Patrick Mahomes. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the NFL's interest in international games and the potential involvement of private equity.

Rundown

00:00 Puck makes fun of Mike's abstract art hanging in his house. Looks like his kid did it.
01:29 Speculation About Jamal Adams' Return
06:34 Pedicures and Self-Care and why Mike doesn't like people touching his feet...They are off on tangents
09:29 Concerns About an 18-Game NFL Schedule
19:26 Humorous Interactions with Jets Fans
20:09 Aaron Rodgers' Potential Political Career
21:19 The Future of NFL Expansion
26:03 The CFL and Potential NFL Markets
27:36 Contract Negotiations for T. Higgins and Dak Prescott
29:44 Patrick Mahomes' Offseason Conditioning
33:16 The NFL's Interest in International Games and Private Equity

#116 Rob Staton May 23, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Rob Staton, SeahawksDraftBlog.com open up talking about Rob being disappointed in the Vancouver Canucks' elimination, their obsession with the Seattle Seahawks, the excitement (or lack thereof) surrounding OTAs, the difficulty of finding a franchise quarterback, the importance of luck in the draft, and the need for the Seahawks to have a long-term plan at quarterback. They also touch on Russell Wilson's ranking in the NFL's Top 100 list, the success of the Green Bay Packers in drafting quarterbacks, and the potential for the Falcons to follow a similar strategy. The conversation covers various topics including the value of rookie quarterbacks, the Seattle Seahawks' quarterback situation, the lack of depth at linebacker, the annoyance of San Francisco 49ers fans, and the tipping culture in the United States and Europe.

Rundown

00:00 Rob is tired and upset that his beloved Vancouver Canucks were eliminated from the Stanley Cup playoffs
02:47 The Limited Value of OTAs
09:09 The Difficulty of Finding a Franchise Quarterback
11:13 The Need for a Long-Term Plan at Quarterback
15:42 The Success of the Packers in Drafting Quarterbacks
24:21 The Value of Rookie Quarterbacks and Drafting Strategies
26:04 The Seattle Seahawks' Quarterback Situation and Potential Regrets
29:05 The Lack of Depth at Linebacker for the Seahawks
31:30 The Annoyance of San Francisco 49ers Fans
40:45 The Tipping Culture: United States vs. Europe

# 114 Daily Puck Drop May 23, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host , discusses various topics including the Seattle Mariners lineup, the Seahawks' OTA practices, and the popularity of basketball player Caitlin Clark. He also shares his thoughts on tipping in the service industry and the top ice cream flavors in America.

Rundown

00:00 Mariners Lineup Changes and Seahawks OTA Practices
09:01 Julio Rodriguez's Performance and the Importance of Sticking to What Works, Divish on trading Harry Ford
34:42 America's Top Ice Cream Flavors

# 113 Ryan Divish May 22, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Ryan Divish, Seattle Times, discuss various topics including audio issues, pizza reviews, tipping culture, retirement plans, youth baseball, and the performance of Dylan Moore. They also touch on the versatility of Moore and the potential impact on Luis Urias' playing time. The conversation is light-hearted and covers a range of subjects. The conversation covers various topics, including a story about a bar in New York, the Mariners' recent success, the improvement of pitcher Bryan Woo, the Mariners' bullpen struggles, the possibility of acquiring Pete Alonso, and the importance of making moves to win now.

Rundown

00:00 Take 2 of Episode 113....Good news, Ryan had time to go get pizza!
03:46 Divish wants to retire and be a daytime bartender
08:09 The Versatility of Dylan Moore and why he's so important to the team
14:56 have the M's proved something to themselves
20:40 The Mariners' Bullpen Struggles
29:03 Acquiring Pete Alonso?
31:00 Making Moves to Win Now
35:47 Harry Ford will be on the move

# 112 Daily Puck Drop May 22, 2024

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On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, discusses various topics including the Seattle Mariners' recent success, the ranking of NFL quarterbacks by Pro Football Focus, the potential departure of the Inside the NBA crew, the addiction to virtual reality porn in Australia, and the issue of tipping on self-serving kiosks.

Rundown

00:00 Mariners' Success and Late-Game Offense. M's are now one of the best past the 7th inning and Bryan Woo is nails!
08:48 Pro Football Focus Ranks NFL Quarterbacks and where does Geno rank? Russell Wilson ranking a surprise?
39:49 "Hey, What The Puck!" ...."Inside The NBA" is over! Kobayashi, competitive eater is retiring....Addiction to Virtual Reality Porn in Australia....The Issue of Tipping on Self-Serving Kiosks

# 111 John Canzano May 21, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and John Canzano discuss various topics including the Jayden Rashada saga, the future of the Pac-12 Network, and the implications of the House lawsuit. They also touch on the transition of the NIL and the need for contracts and transparency. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the potential of Pac-12 enterprises and the involvement of streaming services in sports broadcasting. In this conversation, John Canzano and Puck discuss various topics including the potential regret and revisionist history surrounding the Pac-12 conference, the missed opportunity for a private equity investment in the conference's media rights, the discontent of USC and UCLA leading to their departure from the Pac-12, and the need for Oregon State and Washington State to start making plans for their future in college athletics. They also touch on the curious behavior of athletes driving themselves to events, their experiences playing wall ball as kids, and Puck's son getting ejected from a baseball game. The conversation concludes with a discussion about a controversial topic in Oregon high school sports involving a transgender athlete.

Rundown

00:00 The Jayden Rashada Saga
08:00 Contracts and Transparency in NIL Deals
21:03 The Transition of the Pac-12 Network to Pac-12 Enterprises
23:50 The Future of Pac-12 Enterprises and Streaming Services
25:12 Regret and Revisionist History in the Pac-12
26:07 Missed Opportunity for a $1 Billion Investment
27:04 USC and UCLA's Discontent with the Pac-12
28:19 Planning for the Future of Oregon State and Washington State
31:21 Curious Behavior of Athletes Driving Themselves
34:03 The Joy of Playing Wall Ball
36:41 Life Lessons from a Baseball Ejection
41:17 Controversy in Oregon High School Sports

# 110 Brad Adam May 21, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Brad Adam, Root Sports open up talking about Brad's daughter's first day at work. They then talk about the Mariners' recent game and the performance of the closer. They discuss the team's ability to grind out wins and their offensive struggles. They also speculate on potential moves the Mariners could make at the trade deadline, including adding a bullpen arm or an offensive piece like Pete Alonso. The conversation ends with a mention of Cal Raleigh as a potential heir apparent at catcher. The conversation covers various topics related to the Seattle Mariners and potential trade opportunities. The hosts discuss the performance of catcher Harry Ford and his potential to play other positions. They also explore the possibility of trading first baseman Pete Alonso and potential landing spots for him. The conversation then shifts to the Mariners' need for offensive help and the importance of making a trade deadline move to signal a commitment to winning. They also discuss the struggles of certain players on the team and the idea of cutting ties with underperforming players. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the players' per diem and the benefits of traveling by train.

Rundown

00:00 A Good First Day and an Improbable Win
01:43 Grinding and Finding Ways to Win
06:37 The Importance of the Bullpen and Offensive Upgrades
16:38 Cal Raleigh as the Future Catcher
20:57 The Importance of Making a Trade Deadline Move
23:52 Considering Cutting Ties with Underperforming Players
27:30 The Enjoyment of Traveling by Train

# 109 Daily Puck Drop May 21, 2024

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On today's, Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR talk show host, discusses the exciting victory of the Seattle Mariners and highlights the importance of effort and speed in baseball. He also explores the possibility of the Mariners acquiring Pete Alonso from the New York Mets and the challenges associated with signing him as a free agent. Puck then delves into the rumors surrounding Rory McIlroy's divorce and a potential extramarital affair with CBS golf reporter Amanda Balionis. He concludes the episode by addressing the issue of slow golfers and how to handle them on the course.

Rundown

00:00 The most exciting Mariners win of the season
11:10 Acquiring Pete Alonso: A Potential Solution for the Mariners' Offensive Needs
29:28 Rumors Surrounding Rory McIlroy's Divorce and Alleged Affair with Amanda Balionis
31:30 Dealing with Slow Golfers: A Challenge on the Course
35:52 JJ Reddick's Potential Move to the Lakers

#107 Bill Krueger May 20, 2024

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Bill Krueger, Root Sports and Jason "Puck" Puckett talk about the performance of the Seattle Mariners, the challenges faced by young pitchers, and the need for the Mariners to strengthen their bullpen. They also talk about the playing time and roles of players like Luke Rayleigh, Dylan Moore, and J.P. Crawford.

Rundown

00:00 Quick thoughts on series vs. Baltimore
02:07 Reviewing the Mariners' Series against the Orioles
03:50 Challenges Faced by Young Pitchers
07:20 Refining Pitching Strategies against Left-Handed Lineups
09:27 Pitching Recommendations for Logan Gilbert and Jimmy Miller
11:23 The Right Time to Learn a Curveball
13:12 Assessing Luis Castillo's Performance
15:10 Analyzing Dylan Moore's Role and Position
21:54 Assessing the Seattle Mariners at the 50-Game Mark
23:59 The Need to Strengthen the Mariners' Bullpen
26:47 Playing Time and Role of Luke Rayleigh
29:53 The Importance of Hitting the Starter

# 108 Jim Duquette May 20, 2024

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Jason "Puck" Puckett and Jim Duquette, brought to you by Flatstick Pub, discuss various topics related to baseball. They talk about recent Mariners games, the performance of different teams, potential trades, and player struggles. They also touch on the etiquette of bringing a glove to a game and the behavior of adults at games. Overall, they provide insights and opinions on current baseball events.

Rundown

00:00 Recent M's series vs. Baltimore and Teams Performance
06:09 Potential Trade Involving Pete Alonso and Seattle
08:16 The Astros' Performance and Trade Deadline
09:37 Struggles of Edwin Diaz

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