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Patrick Mahomes inks record-setting 10-yr extension worth $503 M Jul 07, 2020

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Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes signed an unprecedented 10-yr extension worth up to $503 million, including a $140 million injury guarantee.The 24-year old surpassed Mike Trout for the richest contract in professional sports history. Will this change the QB market or is Mahomes in rarefied air? Does Russell Wilson now look underpaid? The 2020 MLB schedule was released yesterday, and the Mariners will open the season on the road against the Astros. Meanwhile, three MLB teams have shut down practices due to problematic gaps in COVID-19 testing. Will more big name players opt out?

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Mariners Summer Camp in full swing at T-Mobile Park Jul 06, 2020

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Day three of Mariners Summer Camp is in the books. Manager Scott Servais on how close the team is to full squad, ramping up starting pitchers and expectations for big names like Kyle Lewis in a truncated season. The NFL will reportedly reduce the preseason from four to two, but the NFLPA could be asking the league to eliminate the preseason entirely. What are the health risks on both sides? Later in the hour, ESPN's Brady Henderson on the latest on WR Josh Gordon and Seattle's potential interest.

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More MLB and NBA players opt out of 2020 season Jun 30, 2020

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More MLB and NBA players announced they would be opting out of their respective seasons including Nets C DeAndre Jordan, Rockies OF Ian Desmond and former Mariner P Mike Leake. How many players will follow suit? Are some feeling peer pressure to compete? Cam Newton landed in New England on a one-year deal, but should the Seahawks have considered bringing him in? Brock Huard says yes. Later in the hour, the latest on FA Jadeveon Clowney with ESPN's Brady Henderson.

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Former NFL MVP Cam Newton signs with the Patriots Jun 29, 2020

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The Patriots signed 31-year old QB Cam Newton to a one-year, incentive-laden deal. The former MVP is still rehabbing from foot and shoulder injuries, but his agent said he is :"checking out well" and eager for his next opportunity. The NFL also fined the Pats $1.1 million and a draft pick for filming the sideline of a 2020 Bengals/Browns game. NFLPA Director DeMaurice Smith was critical of players hosting workouts with teammates including QBs Tom Brady and Russell Wilson, saying those workouts went against union advice regarding COVID-19 health and safety. Later in the hour, Mariners manager Scott Servais and M's GM Jerry Dipoto both speak on Spring Training 2.0.

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The NFL remains confident regular season, training camp will start on time Jun 26, 2020

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell remains confident that the 2020 season will start on time, despite concerns over COVID-19 positive tests spikes across the country. Training camp is still scheduled to commence in about one month. Does the cancellation of the Hall of Fame game foreshadow preseason changes? Key Arena officially has a new name: Climate Pledge Arena. In a partnership with Amazon, CPA will be the first zero-carbon arena in the world. Later in the hour, ESPN's Rich Cimini joins 710 to discuss Jets S Jamal Adams trade request and if he could land in Seattle.

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Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto on the return to baseball Jun 25, 2020

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Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto spoke on the return of baseball, health and safety protocols, players testing positive and plans for a six-man starting rotation. How will the taxi squad impact the development trajectory of players like Logan Gilbert, George Kirby and Jarred Kelenic? Colin Cowherd thinks the Seahawks are exploring the possibility of Antonio Brown to keep up with Kyle Shanahan's offensive wizardry in San Francisco. Will every NFC West team be chasing the Niners for the foreseeable future? Later in the hour, Bob, Dave and Moore discuss the possibility of local governments deciding the number of fans in the stands. Does this give some cities a competitive advantage over others?

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Baseball is back! What will a 60-game season look like? Jun 24, 2020

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Baseball cleared the last impediment to the 60-game 2020 season after the MLBPA agreed to the league's health and safety protocols. MLB Opening Day is scheduled for one month from today, while teams will report for Spring Training 2.0 on July 1. How will baseball handle positive COVID-19 tests? NFL Network reported that discussions around signing WR Antonio Brown have heated up with two teams, the Ravens and the Seahawks. Would you like to see the former Pro Bowler in Seattle?

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Dr. Anthony Fauci speaks on the return of sports as baseball moves forward Jun 23, 2020

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Dr. Anthony Fauci, the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, addressed the return of sports yesterday, including why football gives him concern. MLB voted to move ahead with implementing a 2020 season hours after the players association rejected MLB's latest offer for a 60-game season. When will the season start? How will the health and safety protocols be implemented? Later in the hour, Aaron Goldsmith joins 710 to discuss how the shortened season will impact the Mariners and their prospect development. In the Hot List... NASCAR rallied around Bubba Wallace at Talladega yesterday in an emotional display of solidarity.

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NFL institutes tiers of access in wake of COVID-19 concerns Jun 22, 2020

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The NFL asked teams to sort team personnel into a tier ranking system, as they attempt to limit access to players and coaches amidst COVID-19 concerns. Will football be able to replicate the benefits of a bubble environment with this system? The saga of distrust between MLB and the players association continues to drag on in baseball. What is the cutoff for the minimal, 48-game season to happen? Later in the hour, Mariners players Dee Gordon, Kyle Lewis, JP Crawford and Shed Long Jr. to share their experiences in "Black Voices in Baseball"."

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Could NFL play 2020 season in bubble environment? Jun 19, 2020

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Dr. Anthony Fauci advised the NFL to follow the lead of the NBA and MLS and play their season in a "bubble environment" to limit the spread of COVID-19, or football may not be able to happen in 2020. Is the NFL willing to adjust their plans? After threatening to make progress earlier this week, the MLBPA's latest proposal was emphatically rejected by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred. 60 games vs. 70 games... why are the two sides still so far apart? Later in the hour, NFL Network's Brian Baldinger on why Jadeveon Clowney remains unsigned, but still a great fit for Seattle. Plus, Jets safety Jamal Adams has requested a trade, and the Seahawks are on his list of potential landing spots. Would he fit in Seattle?

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