Lineups and Lures

The Mariners are approaching the All Star Break and a pivotal trade deadline. We break down what the club needs, who could be available, and how aggressive Seattle should be in its pursuit of a postseason run. We also take you behind the scenes of youth baseball tournaments, sharing stories, lessons, and the unforgettable moments that come with weekends spent at the ballpark. From the major league...

With Cal Raleigh back in the lineup, we discuss what his return means for the Seattle Mariners as they navigate injuries, third base uncertainty, and continued creativity with their pitching staff. We also dive into MLB All-Star voting and who deserves a spot in Philadelphia. Then we shift to the NBA, where the Portland Trail Blazers continue their head coaching search while weighing nearly $600 m...

The road to Omaha is underway, and we break down the biggest storylines from the NCAA Baseball Regionals, including teams to watch and early surprises. We also dive into the Seattle Mariners piggyback pitching strategy and what it says about the state of the rotation. Plus, we're excited to introduce our newest partner, SolVita Wellness Spa, and discuss how recovery and wellness are becoming an in...

We talk springer fishing in Oregon, chasing redside trout on the Deschutes, and the latest storylines surrounding the Seattle Mariners. From river reports to roster talk, it’s a full Northwest episode blending fishing, baseball, and everything in between.

We break down the Seattle Seahawks 2026 NFL Draft class—top picks, overall strategy, and what it means moving forward. Then we shift to the diamond, covering the latest with the Seattle Mariners, the Oregon State Beavers baseball, and a wave of managerial firings across the game. From draft boards to dugouts, it’s a full Northwest sports conversation.

Is it time to panic in Seattle or do we just ride this out?  Early season offensive struggles along with the bomb or bust mentality is putting a ton of pressure on our pitching.  Is it time to panic?

Joe and Chris finish up the Winter Olympics with discussion about the Team USA Gold Medals in Hockey.  Spring is in the air as MLB Spring Training is fully underway as is college baseball.

We dive into the NBA’s anti-tanking policy presenting our brilliant idea to determine the 1st overall pick, break down the biggest moments from All-Star Weekend, and hit on the Blazers vs Moda Center vs City of Portland issues.

The Seattle Seahawks are world champions. We recap the Super Bowl from kickoff to confetti—breaking down the biggest plays, defining moments, and how Seattle delivered when it mattered most.

Catch our preview and predictions for the Super Bowl plus a quick reaction to the Tigers signing Valdez and Skubal's 32 million arbitration win.

The Seattle Mariners make a move, trading for Brendan Donovan, and we break down what it means for the lineup and the season ahead. Plus, a successful steelhead report from the river—when the bats move and the rods bend, it’s a good week.

We react to Rick Rizz’s retirement, dive into MLB free agency, and debate one of baseball’s hottest questions: who would you rather have— Tarik Skubal or Paul Skenes?

Joe and Chris were in the building for the NFC Championship Game and break down the biggest plays, wild moments, and the energy inside the stadium as a Super Bowl ticket was punched.

Divisional Weekend recap plus a full preview of the Conference Championships, where one win sends teams to the Super Bowl.

It’s the best weekend of playoff football. We preview every Divisional Round game, hit the biggest storylines, and set expectations for what should be an intense path to the Conference Championships.

It’s win or go home. We unpack all the chaos from NFL Wild Card Weekend—upsets, blowouts, and statement wins—plus what’s next as the playoff picture starts to tighten.

Joe and Chris predict the wild card round.  We also discuss the 8 NFL head coach vacancies and some MLB salary arbitration talk.

You know him by his Instagram handle STHLHDKID, Harper Crowell joins Lineups and Lures to talk about the upcoming North Coast Steelhead Jamboree, the 2026 North Coast steelhead season, and some baseball. Be sure to check out NorthCoastSteelheadJamboree on Instagram.  The event is Saturday January 10th from 10am-4pm at Smokehouse Chicken and Guns in Gales Creek.  Free for all ages.

Join Joe and Chris as they discuss the opening round of CFP with some blowouts and upsets.  We also go through a week 16 recap and discuss how to make kickoffs and specifically the surprise onside kick needs to return.

Joe and Chris have instant reactions to the Seahawks big home win over the Rams in overtime.  Also a look ahead at the rest of the games in week 16.

Lots of spirited discussion today as Joe and Chris discuss whether NFL stadiums - indoors and outdoors - should be required to be natural grass as well as the end of the Chiefs playoff streak, Broncos surging, Seahawks big win over the Colts, and some MLB free agency talk.

Joe and Chris discuss numerous topics this episode.  Troy Aikman says he's done with funding NIL at UCLA.  NFL Week 15 preview and a spirited discussion about concussion protocol in Cincy.  Pete Alonso signs with Orioles and more winter meeting thoughts.  And should MLB to PDX be looking South for a team to relocate?

We cover it all today from MLB Hall of Fame voting to the F1 season championship.  We've got some Blazer talk, OSU football hire, and a look back at NFL week 14.

The contemporary era committee is meeting this weekend to vote on the hall of fame candidates including Bonds and Clemens.  We discuss each of the 8 potential hall of famers as well as a look ahead at NFL week 14.

Joe and Chris are together again to discuss the mess the NCAA has created with Lane Kiffin jumping ship prior to the CFP and a look back at week 13 of the NFL season.