Marine Layer Podcast

Lyle and TJ open up the mailbag and answer listener questions, highlighting Colt Emerson's chances of playing over J.P. Crawford at SS in 2026, whether or not the success of the offseason hinges on another move, if the Mariners should offer Bo Bichette, and more. Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ For ad-free episodes, check out our Patreon:  patreon.com/marinelayerpod Merchan...

Lyle and TJ react to the Mariners signing Rob Refsnyder, highlighting where he fits on the roster and why they did it (2:30). They then discuss what's next for the Mariners with another bat off the board (22:35). Reminder: Code 'MarineLayer' for 20% off our merch! Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ For ad-free episodes, check out our Patreon: patreon.com/marinelayerpod...

Lyle and TJ react to the infield market thinning out further with the White Sox signing Munetaka Murakami (2:30). They then discuss if it makes sense for the Mariners to bring back Eugenio Suarez with options waning (11:24). Reminder: Code 'MarineLayer' for 20% off our merch! Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseba...

Lyle and TJ open up the show discussing if they would shell out the prospects for Cubs 2B Nico Hoerner, and whether or not he would be a good fit (2:30). They the open up the mailbag and answer listener questions, highlighting historical Mariners trades, what happens with Ben Williamson, the state of the AL West, and more (20:17). Reminder: Code 'MarineLayer' for 20% off our merch! Check o...

Lyle and TJ are joined by Seattle Times Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish to discuss the Mariners offseason, where they pivot after Jorge Polanco, who they can still extend on the roster, and more (16:32). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the s...

Lyle and TJ react to Jorge Polanco signing with the Mets, and whether or not it was a good idea for the Mariners to match that price (2:30). They then discuss the Mariners being one of the two teams in discussion to acquire Brendan Donovan, and if that pivot is enough (13:35). Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Cli...

Lyle and TJ recap their time at the Winter Meetings in Orlando (2:30). They then dive into a mailbag of listener questions, discussing the legitimacy of the Alex Bregman rumors, weighing other Mariners trade options, and more (12:14). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Base...

Lyle and TJ react to their Ketel Marte trade proposal fallout, and the reported Jorge Polanco asking price (2:30). Then, Jordan Shusterman of Cespedes Family BBQ stops by to discuss the latest rumors at the winter meetings (18:01). Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lyle and TJ react to Harry Ford getting traded to the Nationals for reliever Jose Ferrer, and whether or not the fan backlash was warranted (3:54). They then provide updates from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando (24:51). Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @...

Lyle and TJ discuss Emilio Pagan re-signing with the Reds, and Michael Arroyo changing positions to LF (2:30). They then open up the mailbag and answer fan questions, highlighting potential trades for Ketel Marte, obscure Mariners memories, which Mariners big leaguer could be traded, and more (17:56). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marin...

Lyle and TJ react to a couple of recent hot stove transactions, including the Mets signing Devin Williams, and potentially why the Mariners didn't get it done (2:30). They then dive into the free agent profile of Japanese SP Tatsuya Imai, and how there could be a world where the Mariners are interested (26:35). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, an...

Lyle and TJ recap their long weekend away before diving into the free agent profile of Bo Bichette, if his defense would be tolerable enough to play shortstop, and what the Mariners would do with the roster if they signed him. Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lyle and TJ chat with Trevor May about the Mariners offseason, training to throw 100 mph, and preparing for the CBA negotiations a year from now. Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lyle and TJ react to the trade between the Mets and Rangers, and how it impacts the Mariners (2:30). They then discuss whether or not it's a good idea if the Mariners trade for Jarren Duran or Wilyer Abreu (11:28). Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @mari...

Lyle and TJ reminisce on the fact Thursday was the last day of the Evan White contract (2:30). They then discuss whether or not they would sign Jorge Polanco to a projected 3/$42 million deal (12:11). The two of them then open up the mailbag and answer listener questions, including hypothetical trades with the Red Sox, the reliever market, potential Mariners award winners, and more (22:34). Check...

Lyle and TJ break down what they saw & heard at Josh Naylor's introductory press conference Tuesday morning (2:30). They then discuss whether or not the Mariners should trade for Diamondbacks 2B Ketel Marte (23:15). Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lyle and TJ react to the news of Josh Naylor resigning with the Seattle Mariners on a five-year deal. They discuss why it happened so soon, who wanted this more, and what the Mariners do next. Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lyle and TJ react to the news of Aaron Judge winning the American League MVP, and whether or not Mariners fans should be mad about it (2:30). They then answer listener-submitted mailbag questions discussing potential expansion drafts, second base plans, and recreating old trades (17:13). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com...

Lyle and TJ react to a couple of small news tidbits, the Mariners losing assistant GM Andy McKay to Cleveland and signing pitcher Randy Dobnak (2:30). They then welcome Adam Jude from the Seattle Times to discuss the Mariners offseason priorities, the payroll, whether or not they should trade for Tarik Skubal, and more (10:03). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event...

Lyle and TJ open the episode expanding on the conversation about Alex Rodriguez that was sparked earlier in the afternoon (2:30). They then dive into the free agent profile of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami and whether or not he would be a fit in Seattle (19:56). Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here F...

Lyle and TJ react to the news that the Mariners have interest in Tarik Skubal if he's available this offseason. They break down what it would cost and how it would impact the rest of the offseason (2:30). They then open up the mailbag and answer fan questions, discussing the ideas of Bo Bichette, trading a starter out of the rotation, and more (24:20). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://...

Lyle and TJ dive into their theory on why Jorge Polanco is taking so long to decide on his 2026 option, and how it could benefit the Mariners (2:30). They then break down their reliever grades for the 2025 season: Andres Munoz (18:13) Matt Brash (30:49) Gabe Speier (36:03) Eduard Bazardo (41:27) Carlos Vargas (47:12) Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule,...

Lyle and TJ react to the end of the World Series, and if the Blue Jays losing made it feel any better (2:30). They then get into their starting pitcher grades for the 2025 season: Bryan Woo (16:10) Logan Gilbert (23:25) George Kirby (30:03) Bryce Miller (34:37) Luis Castillo (40:06) Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Basebal...

Lyle and TJ jump into the mailbag answering a range of offseason questions, whether or not they picked the best pitcher in the 2024 draft, potential reliever options, and more (16:08). Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just Baseball: Click  here Follow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lyle and TJ open the show bantering about the World Series and Shohei Ohtani. They then dive into their outfield grades for the 2025 Mariners season: Left Field: (9:09) Center Field: (17:17) Right Field: (27:58) Designated Hitter: (36:44) Check out Pogacha's Pub 85:  https://pub85.com/ Merchandise, event schedule, and more:  marinelayerpod.com Email us: marinelayerpod@gmail.com Check out Just...