Softy & Dick Interviews

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about today’s walk-off win for the Mariners, the bullpen concerns after the recent outings, Randy Arozarena’s surge, extending Josh Naylor, and the holes on the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Las Vegas Raiders Broadcaster JT The Brick joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Pete Carroll coaching Vegas now, what he’s brought to the organization and his return to Seattle tonight, Geno Smith being the new starting QB, and Ashton Jeanty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary golfer and Seattle native Fred Couples joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about being back in town for the Boeing Classic, a possible first pitch at T-Mobile, his level of rust right now, the changes with his game and ball, a local bracket win, and the Dawgs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the Red Sox handing out a new huge contract, the Mariners trading for Eugenio Suarez, the regression of Cal Raleigh right now, Josh Naylor stealing bases, and the pitching staff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Lincoln Riley’s job security at USC, the Trojans’ program overall, another WNBA incident taking place, the buzz around Dawgs football and the opening game broadcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio from PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the Micah Parsons situation in Dallas, if a trade is possible, Terry McLaurin now wanting out of Washington, Brian Schottenheimer’s hat behavior, plus the ESPN and NFL partnership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks legend Cliff Avril joins the show to talk about his thoughts on the preseason, the 2025 Seattle Seahawks, the possibility of adding Micah Parsons, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sounders FC head coach Brian Schmetzer joins the show to talk about the Leagues Cup action, Stefan Frei's injury status, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer joins the show to talk about the Mariners deadline, their chances in the playoffs this year, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks WR Jake Bobo joins the show to talk about preseason games, how training camp has gone, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Nightengale from USA Today joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners trades at the deadline last week, other teams fearing Seattle, the pitching staff and bullpen, the MVP race currently, Julio Rodrigurez, the Astros, and Jerry Dipoto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his interest in football during the preseason, what Nick Emmanwori will add to the Seahawks defense in 2025, rookie wide receiver Tory Horton, different offensive personnel, and defensive schemes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, turned podcaster, turned Rangers Hitting Coach, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his new job with Texas and their big turnaround this season, the Mariners moves at the deadline, and George Kirby’s outing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio from PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Dallas Cowboys’ situation with Micah Parsons wanting a trade and the Commanders situation with Terry McLaurin wanting a trade, plus pre-season football and ESPN’s objectivity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the M’s deal for Eugenio Suarez, what it means for Ben Williamson, the trade for Caleb Ferguson and what it means for Seattle’s bullpen, plus Bryan Woo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Friedman of Snakes Territory in Arizona joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the Diamondbacks’ side of the Eugenio Suarez trade to the Mariners last night, the market going into deadline day, his defensive skills, and who Seattle outbid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jaxon Smith Njigba, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain after Training Camp practice to talk about his Buckeyes beating the Ducks in the Rose Bowl, the new offense under Klint Kubiak, his positioning, Cooper Kupp and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis from Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about crazy incidents during a WNBA game yesterday, a new ad from American Eagle with blowback against Sydney Sweeney, the Dodgers falling apart, and Huskies football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dixk Fain to talk about being in Cooperstown for the Hall of Fame induction of Ichiro last weekend, the trade deadline coming up tomorrow, what the Mariners did today and what may be next, plus the CBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmie Dougherty, UW Huskies Football Offensive Coordinator, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about going into year two, Demond Williams running their offense, his skills, growth, the offensive line, the receivers, Quentin Moore, and Jonah Coleman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s wild 2-2 draw in Atlanta last week, adding a new player in Snyder Brunell, the injury updates to a few key players, and Leagues Cup action ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer from The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners position at the trade deadline, Ichiro’s Hall of Fame speech in New York last weekend, the Seahawks’ ceiling and floor, their defense, and Christian Wilkins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ Barner, Seahawks second-year tight end, sits down with Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain after Training Camp practice to talk about his Michigan National Championship win over Washington, being from Ohio, his rookie season, Elijah Arroyo, and new schemes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Seahawks Defensive Coordinator Aden Durde sits down with Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen after Training Camp practice today to discuss padded practices starting and changes from 2024, Nick Emmanwori, Demarcus Lawrence, and their key players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Samson, former Marlins Executive turned CBS and Podcast Host, joined Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about getting a shoutout from Ichiro during his Hall of Fame speech Sunday, Ichiro’s life and career, plus the Mariners at the trade deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.