Softy & Dick Interviews

Washington Huskies football Head Coach Jedd Fisch joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the new system around paying players after the legal ruling last week, how Seattle factors in, Dawgs Unleashed, UW’s place in the Big Ten, and any concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about contract disputes for NFL players, Aaron Rodgers finally signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Falcons having to make decisions on two players, the Chiefs’ stadium deal and the draft’s future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the state of Los Angeles right now, the new world of paying players in college sports and rules with NIL and collectives, and the feelings about Oklahoma City as a sports town… and porn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners downfall after another sweep and what the offense has quickly become, what’s next and trade plans for the deadline, and the pains watching OKC get close to a title. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dick Fain Shares Betting Picks for the US Open Golf Championship See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies basketball Head Coach Danny Sprinkle joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his work in recruiting for the team this offseason, the new players including Desmond Claude, the new way they can play, and returning players. 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 loss in Vancouver last weekend and where players’ heads are at with the Club World Cup and the tournament starting against Botafogo this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the House Settlement news and what it means for new NIL rules in college sports, football schools versus basketball schools, and UW basketball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer of The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the NBA Finals between two small market teams and the ratings plus the “star” players involved in the series, plus if Julio Rodrguez has met his expectations and help for him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Sonics announcer Kevin Calabro joins Dick Fain to dive deep into these NBA Finals starting tonight including the chances of the Pacers taking down Oklahoma City, plus NBA expansion news from Adam Silver today and the updated timeline for Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and TV analyst Bill Krueger joins Dick Fain to talk about the M’s struggles on the mound with pitchers back from injury and at the plate with the lack of offense outside of Cal Raleigh, plus Wilson’s treatment of pitchers and Cole Young. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles joins Dick Fain to talk about how fans react to the Dodgers when they lose games, people freaking out over bad reports during NFL OTAs, Pete Carroll, and Aaron Rodgers finally signing, and the NBA Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Micah Parsons’ situation in Dallas and his future there, if Sam Darnold is locked in to be Seattle’s starter this season, the outlook for the Seahawks season overall, and smaller market success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edmonton Oilers broadcaster Cam Moon joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Stanley Cup Final series starting tonight and facing Florida for a second year in a row, the changes from 2024, Connor McDavid, the Oilers’ journey, and Canadians. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the not-so-pretty return of George Kirby, the wild weekend series, Jorge Polanco losing his bat and Cal Raleigh finding an even bigger bat, his deal and what to do with Harry Ford. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer of The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Pacers facing the Thunder in the NBA Finals including feelings from Seattle on what might be about to happen, the hunger for the sport here, and the NBA on TNT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about all the conference shifting going on in college sports, what’s changing with the new football playoff model and seeding, plus kickoff times for games. 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 players’ problem with their pay for the Club World Cup this month, the team’s mentality through the situation, team injuries, and Vancouver this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News and Fox Sports joins Dick Fain to talk about the discussions surrounding expanding the NCAA Tournament and what the future of the event holds, plus his Indiana Pacers facing Oklahoma City in the upcoming NBA Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune joins Dick Fain to talk about his trip to Alaska recently, where one outlet ranks the Seahawks roster right now, ongoing OTA practices out at the VMAC this week, plus which key players stood out from action this afternoon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen discuss Randy Johnson having his #51 retired by the Mariners next year, plus a fun Randy story, then talk about the rankings of the greatest Seahawks of all time, plus Seattle’s OTAs underway and the draft’s future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Benton joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to discuss the Seattle Kraken hiring Lane Lambert as their new Head Coach, their third coach in franchise history, his history and reputation plus what he brings to town, his offensive style, and the patience of the fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about George Kirby getting lit up by the Nationals yesterday, Logan Evans’ success and the decision to send him down, what the rotation will look like and a rest-of-year outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Stone joins the show to talk Mariners postseason chances, Cal Raleigh's historic season, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis joins the show to talk about the end of the USC-Notre Dame rivalry, going viral, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.