Softy & Dick Interviews

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler live from Big 12 Media Day in Las Vegas to talk about being at the event this week, what the Pac-12 has become with just two teams and what it will look like in 2024, plus Deion Sanders’ time at Colorado. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the timing of NFL training camps moving forward, how the NFL views the new NBA media deals announced today, players’ behavior regarding gambling, and Sunday Ticket payouts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Bowden, former MLB Executive turned baseball insider in the media, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners problems right now, if it will be difficult to make a trade, who they can target, Jerry Dipoto’s mindset, and Julio’s issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Samson, former Marlins President and current CBS Sports host, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Bronny James situation, the issues the Mariners are facing right now and where to place blame, plus Catie Griggs heading to Baltimore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Feldman of The Athletic and Fox Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his visit with the Washington Huskies football program recently and the job new Head Coach Jedd Fisch has done since taking over, plus expectations for this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the continued Mariners hitting woes, their approach at the plate, what is wrong with Julio Rodriguez at the plate right now, and who the team should trade for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Julio Rodriguez continuing to struggle at the plate, the philosophy with trading prospects at the deadline for offensive help, and LeBron’s son Bronny being drafted by the Lakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Bronny James being drafted by the Lakers, the leadership of the organization, United States soccer disappointing the country again, and what’s going on with Utah football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Russell Wilson having a new jersey and keeping doors open, wide receiver and rookie contracts in question, Jamal Adams looking for a deal, Direc-TV paying people back, and 18 games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the WAR statistic, the Mariners struggles recently as the AL West lead has dwindled, the continued issues for Julio Rodriguez at the plate, and trade candidates. 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 club picking up yet another comeback win last weekend at home against Chicago, Pedro de la Vega returning to play, and their three match week ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies Athletic Director Pat Chun joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Jedd Fisch’s time as football Head Coach so far, the NIL work at Montlake Futures, the future of paying athletes, Jason Kelly departing, and the revenue dynamics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob Nightengale from USA Today joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the level of concerns with the Mariners right now with the West lead slimming, who the M’s could and should go out and trade for at the deadline, and Julio Rodriguez’s issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven Souza Jr, former Mariners and MLB outfielder, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners struggles right now, Julio Rodriguez and Mitch Garver at the plate, Luis Castillo at the plate, Jorge Polanco regression, and the upcoming stretch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Kraken Radio Play-By-Play Voice Everett Fitzhugh joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s two new signings earlier today and contract details for both players, factoring in their age, and the outlook of the roster after other big changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer of The Washington Post joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain for the first time in a weekly conversation to talk about the nepotism of the LeBron James situation with Bronny, what it means for the Lakers, and Chambers Bay wanting a LIV Golf event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about LIV Golf, Caitlin Clark not making the Olympic Team for 2024, Bronny James being drafted by the Lakers in the second round yesterday, and Sam Howell in the Seahawks quarterback competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies Men’s Basketball Head Coach Danny Sprinkle joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his first few months on the job, his new-look team that features incoming transfers and new coaches, NIL impact, and 2024 predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about fathers and sons playing together, the Mariners having a rough week on the road with continued pitching issues, Julio Rodriguez going the wrong way, and what’s ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Storm superstar Jewell Loyd sits down with Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain at Climate Pledge Arena before tonight’s game to talk about the WNBA growth, the 2024 Storm team, her decision to stay here, the Olympics ahead, and having charter flights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners win today to grab one game in the Tampa series, the need for another bat, the issue with road pitching, and the situation at Texas A&M between a reporter and coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis of Fox Sports in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about Curious George, and his 1980s theme song, JJ Reddick taking over as the Lakers Head Coach and his first press conference, USC’s Jen Cohen, and Bronny James in the draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about multiple teams getting new stadiums and others finding it more difficult, the Seahawks implementing a new camp rule for fans, Dak Prescott’s next deal, and Sam Howell with the Seahawks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Biggins of 247 Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his Southern California sports teams he roots for plus big Huskies football recruiting news including the last few days of commitments from important players for the years ahead. 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 conference shifting and realignment changing his life, Anne McCoy being the new Athletic Director at WSU, and some UW football spreads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.