Extra Innings: A Seattle Times baseball podcast: Recent Episodes
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Nobody loves extra innings more than Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish. Join him and guests from around baseball to go to the 10th inning and beyond in Mariners news, discussion and more.
The Extra Innings podcast returns for opening day of the 2025 season. Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude help prepare you for the season, offering their thoughts on the Mariners. What did they see in spring training? What do they expect for the season? Will they be better? How important is Cal Raleigh's extension? What are their predictions for the season?
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude discuss the Mariners lack of action this offseason. Why haven't there been any roster moves? Will there be any in the coming days? weeks? What is left out there for them to add?
The Extra Innings podcast finally returns after a lengthy hiatus. Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude take a look back at the 2024 season and start discussing the offseason, which officially started last week.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude discuss their interview with Mariners chairman John Stanton and subsequent story that followed. How much is to be believed? What is the future of the Mariners in respect to broadcasts? Will they make a move at the deadline?
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and former columnist Larry Stone discuss what they've seen from the Mariners in their first 50 games of the 2024 season. Can this team ride the pitching to the finish line? Will the Mariners offense ever get going? What's wrong with Julio Rodriguez? What will the Mariners add at the deadline?
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and columnist emeritus Larry Stone discuss the upcoming 2024 season for the Seattle Mariners. How good can this team be? Can it win the division. What are the strengths? What are the weaknesses? And more baseball stuff.
The Extra Innings podcast, well, at least part of it, has reported to spring training. With the first official workout for pitchers and catchers starting on Thursday morning, Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and retired columnist Larry Stone preview the Mariners spring training.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude discuss the Mariners recent trade activity that brought in Mitch Haniger, Luke Raley and most recently Jorge Polanco. Does it make the team better? How much of a risk is the players injury history. Also audio from Mariners GM Justin Hollander
Times baseball writer Ryan Divish and Adam Jude are joined by recently retired columnist Larry Stone to discuss the Mariners issues surrounding Root Sports NW and the uncertainty with the regional sports network and how it relates to the team's payroll. They also analyze the signing of Mitch Garver and what the Mariners will do next.
Seattle Times baseballl writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude discuss the Mariners decision to trade Jarred Kelenic and the reasons why, which is a limited payroll to work with this season. They get into the responsibility of ownership as well as the need for them to offer some transparency into what is happening. They also discuss the Shohei Ohtani signing and possible Mariners moves.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude discuss the two trades made by the Mariners thus far into the offseason. What do they mean in terms of assessing the Mariners' offseason plan? What about Shohei Othani? And are there any other trades the Mariners could make.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and longtime columnist Larry Stone are joined by Jordan Shusterman of Fox Sports and the Cespedes Family BBQ podcast to discuss the upcoming World Series between the Rangers and D'Backs and why the Mariners are spectators for yet another season.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and columnist Larry Stone discuss all that went wrong (and there was a lot of it) in the Mariners end of season press conference on Tuesday.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners impressive run since July 1, which has included two eight-game winning streaks. Other topics include: The bullpen usage and leverage situations/failures, Julio Rodriguez's heater at the plate, the injury to Shohei Ohtani and more.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and venerable columnist Larry Stone discuss the what the Mariners did and didn't do at the trade deadline and the recent stretch of baseball that has them 1.5 games back for the third wild card spot.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and longtime columnist Larry Stone discuss the current state of the Seattle Mariners, including the injury to Jarred Kelenic, the underachieving performance by the team, the failed offseason acquisition, trade deadline philosophy, Shohei Ohtani, Julio Rodriguez and more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish talks with Angels beat writer Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register about a variety of topics, including a preview of the 2023 Angels as they arrive in Seattle on Monday for a three-game series. They also discuss all things Shohei Ohtani, including his pending free agency and Fletch's new book: Sho-Time: The Inside Story of Shohei Ohtani and the Greatest Baseball Season Ever Played.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish is joined by baseball writer Adam Jude and venerable columnist Larry Stone to wrap up the Mariners spring training and preview the 2023 season. They discuss the opening day roster and expectations for several players, including Jarred Kelenic.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone record the first show of spring training live from a rainy Peoria, Arizona. The two veteran baseball scribes discuss Jarred Kelenic's torrid start to spring training, his swing changes and what is a solid year for the once top prospect. Other subjects include Evan White, Robbie Ray, Julio Rodriguez and the WBC, bananas and lack of camp competition.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish, baseball writer Adam Jude and columnist Larry Stone discuss the stunning events that led Carlos Correa going to the Mets instead of the Giants. Also why are the Mariners sitting out this free agent frenzy and why might free agents not sign here?
Times beat writer Ryan Divish, baseball writer Adam Jude and venerable columnist Larry Ston discuss what the Mariners have done and not done to this point in the offseason. They analyze Jerry Dipoto's comments on payroll and the philosophy when it comes to free agency.
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and columnist Larry Stone wrap up the postseason run by the Mariners and 2022 season as a whole. They start to look at the offseason needs and possible acquisitions and breakdown what was said at the Mariners end-of-the-season press conference
Times beat writers Ryan Divish and Adam Jude and columnist Larry Stone have a roundtable at T-Mobile Park hours before the Mariners open their final homestand of the season. They discuss the recent poor showing on the road trip, the injuries to Julio Rodriguez and Eugenio Suarez, the emergence of Jarred Kelenic, the Luis Castillo contract extension and more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone return to analyze the Mariners minimal activity leading up to the trade deadline after the Luis Castillo acquisition. Could they have added a bat? They also discuss the Mariners 10-10 record through the first 20 games after the All-Star break and look ahead.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss Julio Rodriguez emerging as baseball's next super star following the All-Star festivities. They talk about adding Juan Soto via trade and how the Mariners have put together a 14-game streak.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners recent run of good baseball that has pushed them back into the postseason race. How have they done it? What do they need to do to keep it going? Other topics include: roster clog, All-Star selections and snubs and trade talk.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss Sunday's brawl between the Mariners and Angels. Who was right? Who was wrong? What could've been done? Who will be suspended? What will be the repercussions?
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and Larry Stone discuss the recent success the Mariners have displayed over the last week and a half, including back-to-back road series.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the struggles of once top prospect Jarred Kelenic, which led to him being sent down to Class AAA Tacoma. They also analyze the current stretch of bad baseball being played by. the Mariners, why Steven Souza Jr. is on the roster, the possibility of Kyle Lewis helping the team soon and more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss what they've seen from the Mariners in the first month of the season. What has been good, what has been bad and what has been unexpected. They also get into how umpires have treated Julio Rodriguez this season.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and Larry Stone discuss Julio Rodriguez making the opening day roster, plus season predictions.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss all things Julio Rodriguez. They also delve into the decision to go with Matt Brash as the No. 5 starter and some free agency talk
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the end of the MLB lockout and how each sides fared. They also analyze the Mariners trade with the Reds, acquiring Jesse Winker and Eugenio Suarez. They debate on whether Seattle is done or should be done shopping.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the current labor strife in Major League Baseball and commissioner Rob Manfred's decision to cancel the first two series of the regular season.
When will this end? Who is at fault?
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone mark what was supposed to be the first official day of spring training with a podcast discussing the MLB lockout and the possibility of the regular season being delayed.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss their respective Hall of Fame ballots and the thinking behind their voting process, particularly when it comes to players accused of PED use. they also discuss the latest news on the MLB-MLBPA negotiations.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss Kyle Seager's surprising and unexpected announcement that he is retiring from baseball. Why leave now? Where does he rank in Mariners team history? And what will his legacy be?
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent wave of free agent signings over the last few days, including the Mariners signing reigning AL Cy Young winner Robbie Ray to a five-year, $115 million contract.
Daniel Kramer of MLB.com joins Times beat writer Ryan Divish to discuss his first full season on the Mariners beat, the difficulties of the transition, what he tries to bring to the job and also discuss the Mariners season and upcoming offseason.
After a couple of weeks to recover from the 2021 season, the Extra Innings podcast returns to wrap up what the Mariners did and did not accomplish in a season where they exceeded expectations.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the season as a whole, the last three games of sold-out crowds at T-Mobile Park, the idea of it being a successful season, Kyle Seager's farewell and the responsibility of ownership to build on it and more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners current situation -- two games back for the second wild card with nine left to play. This wasn't expected. Can Seattle do the improbable and snap a 20 year postseason drought? Will Yusei Kikuchi make his next start? Plus convos on the extensions of Jerry Dipoto and Scott Servais, Kyle Seager's future and the 2023 All-Star game
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners recent stretch of games -- the highs of the road trip and low of losing three of four from the Royals.
Where does it leave their hopes of the AL Wild Card?
Also discussed: the struggles of Yusei Kikuchi and Logan Gilbert, the future of Kyle Seager and Mitch Haniger, extensions for Scott Servais and Jerry Dipoto and more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners activity or perceived inactivity at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. Are they better than before the deadline? What was it like the day of the Kendall Graveman trade? Will that have ramifications for the rest of the season. Other topics include Abraham Toro's future and potential. The Mariners postseason hopes. And the possibility for next season.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the surprising success of the Mariners and their current status as wild card contenders. With the trade deadline looming, they breakdown what the Mariners should do as buyers -- something that hasn't happened in quite a while.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners return to Seattle with a 43-39 record and the re-opening of T-Mobile Park to fans. Are they for real? How have they had this success? Will it continue? Also trade deadline discussion, when to call-up Cal Raleigh and more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and venerable columnist Larry Stone analyze the Mariners' decision to option struggling rookie Jarred Kelenic to Triple-A Tacoma on Monday. What went wrong? When will he be back? Is he another doomed Mariners prospect. Also discussion on the injury to Kyle Lewis, the idea of trading Mitch Haniger and the status of the stepback.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the first game for Logan Gilbert and Jarred Kelenic and what it means to the Mariners rebuild. They analyze what to expect from them going forward. Also audio from both prospects press conferences and audio from Jerry Dipoto and Scott Servais.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners recent hitting struggles, including being no-hit by Baltimore's John Means. They also look at hitting as a whole in baseball and its downward trend. They also talk about Jarred Kelenic's debut with the Tacoma Rainiers, which included two home runs.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners 10-6 start to the season, they break down the offense and lineup, including the struggles of the bottom of the order. They talk about the rotation and surprising bullpen. There's also talk about when Jarred Kelenic and Logan Gilbert might get called up and the Mariners getting the COVID vaccine
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and venerable columnist Larry Stone offer predictions, analyze the Mariners opening day roster and discuss the upcoming 2021 baseball season. There is also a special unexpected appearance from Kevin Shockey
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the past few weeks of Mariners spring training. They delve into the battle for the left field spot. The injury, recovery and push for an opening day roster spot from Jarred Kelenic. There is also discussion about Kelenic's service time -- like always -- and what the Mariners should do moving forward. Other topics include Taylor Trammell's readiness for opening day, the idea of adding another outfielder as a stopgap, signing James Paxton to an extension and more.
The Extra Innings Podcast returns a week after Kevin Mather's comments and video to the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club went viral, eventually forcing him to resign a day later.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone recap the week that was with the Mather news breaking and the fallout that occurred.
It's an emergency episode with beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discussing the controversial comments made by Mariners president and CEO Kevin Mather to the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club on a zoom call. Video of the call and Mather's obtuse comments went viral on Sunday. Full audio of that interview is on the podcast.
Spring training has started for the Mariners. Times beat writer Ryan Divish, who is in Peoria, and columnist Larry Stone, who isn't, discuss the start of spring training. The main topic of the show is James Paxton's return to the Mariners on a one-year contract. How did it all happen? How much will it help the Mariners and the rotation. The conversation also includes the signing of injured reliever Ken Giles to a two-year contract. And wraps up with discussions about the passing of Hank Aaron and fans attending spring training games.
The Extra Innings podcast returns for your weekend listening. Times beat writer Ryan Divish and venerable columnist Larry Stone discuss a variety of topics concerning Major League Baseball and the Mariners.
This week's topic list: Trevor Bauer signing with the Dodgers< The recent free agent signings and the perceived market The Mariners ostensibly sitting out this portion of free agency Where the Mariners are at in the rebuild? Should Seattle supplement this roster? The organization's responsibility to its fans Service time manipulation and Jarred Kelenic The recent Baseball Hall of Fame vote that produced no inductees ** Curt Schilling and his candidacy.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss what Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto had to say in his media session during the first day of the team's virtual baseball bash, including expectations, payroll and more.. The podcast also includes full audio of Dipoto's media session.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone are joined by Greg Johns of MLB.com, who recently announced his retirement from the sports writing business. It's a varied discussion talking about the Padres push in the offseason and the Mets move to get Francisco Lindor plus plenty of Mariners memories.
Longtime Tacoma Rainiers radio broadcaster Mike Curto joins Ryan Divish and Larry Stone to discuss the recent realignment and reduction of the minor leagues and how it affects the Mariners, the possible delay to spring training and the Mariners' offseason.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish talks with former Fangraphs and Lookout Landing writer Jeff Sullivan about working for the Rays, watching the World Series, the move from writing to the front office and his thoughts on the Mariners.
Larry Stone joins the show to discuss the rumors about Blake Snell being traded and if the Mariners are a fit.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone wrap up their injured list situations and the World Series. They of course talk about the decision to pull Blake Snell. They also look at the 2020 season as a whole. There is of course Mariners talk, including the free agent philosophy.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the season that was in 2020, including the highs and lows. They also look ahead to 2021 and what the Mariners should do this offseason to reach their stated goal of the playoffs.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish welcomes Jordan Shusterman of the Cespedes BBQ duo and co-host of the Baseball BBQ podcast on the Ringer podcast network. Shusterman has worked for MLB.com's Cut 4 and is a Mariners fan. Topics include: the Mariner postseason chances, the successes and failures of the 2020 season, the handling of Jarred Kelenic and Logan Gilbert, the rebuild process, free agent signings for the 2022 season and more.
Times beat writer talks with prospect analysts/writers Eric Longenhagen of Fangraphs and Kyle Glaser of Baseball America about the Mariners recent prospect hauls at the trade deadline and the state of their farm system. Also audio of GM Jerry Dipoto's post trade deadline media session.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent decision by several teams, including the Mariners, to postpone games in light of the most recent police shooting in Kenosha, Wisc. Did the Mariners handle it properly? Will we see more of it? Other topics include the recent trades of Taijuan Walker and Daniel Vogelbach, the upcoming trade deadline and more the team's recent play.
Following the Mariners getting swept at Minute Maid Park over the weekend, the Extra Innings podcast returns to talk with a person who covers the most hated team in baseball -- the Houston Astros.
Chandler Rome, a proud grad of Louisiana State University, joins this episode to talk about the team that the Mariners can't seem to beat and aspire to be like in the future.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and venerable columnist Larry Stone wrap up the summer camp for the Mariners and preview the 2020 season. Topics include: The COVID-19 safety protocols and whether they will keep the season going breaking down the opening day roster and the decisions behind it previewing each position group and their strengths and weaknesses the increased field for the postseason *** predictions for the 2020 season for the Mariners and the postseason
Greg Johns of MLB.com joins Ryan Divish to discuss the first two weeks of covering Summer Camp with the Mariners. The two beat writers also discuss the situation with top prospect Jarred Kelenic and whether he should be on the opening day roster, expectations for the Mariners this season, the stepback plan being sidetracked and predictions.
On the eve of the restart of Mariners spring training, Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the return of actual live baseball and what they'll expect from the workouts at T-Mobile Park. They also discuss the safety protocols, the coaching staff, the 60 players chosen for participate, the cancellation of the minor league season and will there be a full 2020 season.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the long-awaited return of MLB, the plan in place and the bickering between the MLB and MLBPA during the process. Also discussed what the Mariners will do going forward, the player selection for the 60 players invited, safety procedures and more.
The MLB owners, commissioner Rob Manfred and the MLB Players association are inching closer to driving baseball off the cliff of no return in 2020. Who is at fault? Why is this happening? Can it be fixed? Will there be a baseball season?
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss and debate the plan to re-start the 2020 baseball season and the looming battle between the owners and the players over money. But is the plan safe? How will it work? Also discussed was the future of minor league baseball and the Mariners stepback.
TImes beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent reporting from ESPN's Jeff Passan that Major League Baseball could relocate all 30 teams to Arizona and play the entire season 2020 season at the facilities in the area.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the state of baseball after having been shutdown by the Coronavirus. How did this decision come to happen? What is MLB's policies regarding the players? How will it affect spring training? When will the season actually start.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone are back with their third podcast of spring training. The first part of the show centers around Larry's column on his 10 observations from spring training and providing added discussion to them. The podcast wraps up with answering questions from a Twitter mailbag, including how will the Coronavirus affect the Mariners playing on opening day.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone record a podcast from spring training in Arizona. They discuss a variety of subjects about the Mariners, including sign stealing, Sam Carlson, other young prospects, Dee Gordon's role on the team, Kyle Seager's future, the bullpen and much more.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners reunion with former prospect Taijuan Walker and what it means to the rotation. They also analyze and debate the new rule changes from MLB as well as proposed playoff change.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the reasons why the Mariners gave Marco Gonzales a four-year, $30 million contract extension. They also talk about the chances of signing Taijuan Walker, analyze the Mookie Betts trade and then offer a few dining tips for spring training.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners pre-spring training luncheon, including the news of Mitch Haniger needing surgery and missing spring training. Also audio of GM Jerry Dipoto, manager Scott Servais and director of player development Andy McKay and their press conferences from the luncheon.
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent punishment levied on the Houston Astros by Major League Baseball and the effects it will have moving forward. They then answer questions submitted by Twitter followers on a variety of Mariners topics, including trading Kyle Seager and Mitch Haniger, who will be better Jarred Kelenic or Julio Rodriguez and more ...
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss their respective Baseball Hall of Fame ballots and their reasons for their choices. They also debate about the recent allegations of sign stealing against the Boston Red Sox. And they wrap up the podcast with the lack of Mariners moves over the past few weeks.
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent Winter Meetings where the Mariners and general manager Jerry Dipoto didn't make a single transaction. But could they make some important trades in the coming days or months specifically Dee Gordon and Kyle Gordon. They also answer questions from Twitter.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners recent moves made this offseason, including trading catcher Omar Narvaez to Brewers, signing pitchers Kendall Graveman and Carl Edwards Jr., non-tendering Domingo Santana and signing Evan White to an extension. Also a preview of the winter meetings.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone cover a variety of subjects. Evan White's six-year extension Not protecting a few pitchers in the Rule 5 draft More sign stealing thoughts Minor league team reduction ** Analysis of the catching position.
Discussing the recent revelations that the Astros may have been stealing signs with a camera in 2017. What should MLB do? How bad is this for the game? How should the Astros be punished? The discussion then touches on the simmering Hot Stove season and then the Mariners bullpen and its struggles in 2019 and how bad it could be in 2020.
The first of a positional breakdowns for the Mariners starts with the starting rotation -- a group that was one of the worst in baseball last season. Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone break down the good, the bad and the mostly ugly from the 2019 rotation and what to expect in 2020. They also discuss the changes to the Mariners coaching staff for next season.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss a postseason where the Nationals won the World Series and the disappointing season for the Mariners.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the career of Felix Hernandez prior to his final start in a Mariners uniform -- the ups and downs, the triumphs and failures. The also discuss the September call-ups and the performances of Shed Long and Kyle Lewis.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners recent 6-3 road trip and what transpired, including manager Scott Servais criticizing Yusei Kikuchi and benching Mallex Smith. Also they discuss the returns of Justus Sheffield and Felix Hernandez to the starting rotation and a little Mt. Rushmore of Mariners talk.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist discuss the road trip that was for the Mariners, including being no-hit for a second time this season. They also break down the trade deadline deals by general manager Jerry Dipoto. There is also discussion about the uncertain future of Felix Hernandez. And a wrap-up of the trip to Cooperstown for the Hall of Fame induction of Edgar Martinez.
Also discussing the Mariners' slow start to the second half to the season and some prospect promotions within the organization.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners, MLB baseball and more in the days leading up to the All-Star Break. Topics include the tragic death of Tyler Skaggs, the selection of Daniel Vogelbach to the All-Star game, John Stanton's interview with the Times an more
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners' recent stretch of play and how bad it has been. There is also talk about the trade of Edwin Encarnacion to the Yankees, the future of Felix Hernandez and the usage of openers
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners fall from 13-2 to 25-37 and the bad baseball that they've played over the stretch. They also discuss the trading of Jay Bruce and the concept of more players being traded. They close it out by analyzing the job security of manager Scott Servais.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the struggles of the Seattle Mariners road trip and their slide from a 13-2 record to under .500. Should this have been expected? Also they breakdown the injury to Felix Hernandez and his future with the Mariners
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners dysfunctional defense, specifically the struggles of Tim Beckham and Mallex Smith. The also managed to predict that Smith would be optioned to Tacoma for Braden Bishop.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners hot start to the season and the recent cooling off with a winless homestand.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners upcoming 2019 season and thoughts about Ichiro's retirement. Divish starts the podcast with a long discussion with himself about his story from the Times' Mariners preview on the stepback.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners' decision to start Marco Gonzales and not Felix Hernandez on opening day. The also project Seattle's roster for the trip to Japan.
The podcast returns after a hiatus to bring analysis and observations from Mariners' spring training. Columnist Larry Stone and beat writer Ryan Divish discuss what they've seen since the team reported to Peoria, Ariz.
Listen to the audio of the Mariners annual pre-spring training luncheon, including general manager Jerry Dipoto, manager Scott Servais and director of player development Andy McKay. Times beat writer Ryan Divish and Tim Booth of the Associated Press then analyze and offer thoughts on what was said at the press conference.
Times' beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners' recent acquisitions, including Yusei Kikuchi, Dustin Ackley, Tim Beckham and Cory Gearrin. They also discuss the decision facing Kyler Murray -- football or baseball
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss who they voted for and why they voted for them for their Baseball Hall of Fame ballots. They breakdown the chances for Mariners' legend Edgar Martinez. They also discuss the Mariners most recent trade and the naming rights for T-Mobile Field.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone have a meandering and wide ranging discussion starting with the MLB winter meetings and the changing aspects of it, the Mariners one move made during the meeting, who will be traded next, Kyle Seager's contract, the new name for the SoDo ballpark and the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish talks to Kyle Glaser of Baseball America and Eric Longenhagen from Fangraphs about the prospects that the Mariners have acquired in their five trades this offseason.
Seattle Times sports columnist Larry Stone joins Ryan Divish for this week's episode. They break down the two major trades the Mariners made on Monday, one sending Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz to the Mets and the other sending Jean Segura, James Pazos and Juan Nicasio to the Phillies
Meg Rowley of Fangraphs joins Times' beat writer Ryan Divish to discuss the current news surrounding the Mariners -- the trading of Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz, the new offseason philosophy, the trades of James Paxton and Mike Zunino, the controversy surrounding the organization and more.
The Mariners have had an eventful two weeks. They traded Mike Zunino to the Rays, were accused of racist behavior by recently fired high performance director Lorena Martin and then traded James Paxton to the Yankees. Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone breakdown all that's happened.
Seattle Times' beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent news surrounding the Mariners' offseason plans and discuss, who could or could not be traded.
Jeff Sullivan of Fangraphs joins Times' beat writer Ryan Divish to discuss the results of the Major League Baseball postseason and then the main topic of how to fix the Mariners going forward. It's not an easy question to answer, but Sullivan discusses the different possibilities the team faces going forward.
Seattle Times' beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone wrap up the 2018 season for the Seattle Mariners and look ahead to an offseason of change. Also on the podcast is the audio from Monday's press conference featuring general manager Jerry Dipoto and manager Scott Servais.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners' precarious position when it comes to making a decision for the plan for 2019 and beyond.
Discussing the Mariners' clubhouse altercation, their postseason hopes and roster issues by The Seattle Times
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the decision by the Mariners to remove Felix Hernandez from the starting rotation and what's next for the fallen ace. They also discuss the lineup changes made by Scott Servais
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of The Seattle Times discuss the Mariners handful of moves before the trade deadline to acquire three relievers and an outfielder. They also discuss Felix Hernandez's spot in the rotation and whether he can keep it.
Mariners' beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the some baseball news over the past week, including general manager Jerry Dipoto receiving a contract extension, Robinson Cano talking to the media for the first time since his suspension and the All-Star game.
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners' recent weekend sweep over the Royals, their seven-game winning streak, the uniforms from Saturday night, the idea of resting over the All-Star break vs. playing, the need for another reliever and the injury to Sam Carlson
Seattle Times' beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the concept of the Mariners being better off without Robinson Cano. They also break down the current road trip where the Mariners have lost five of six games.
Seattle Times' beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the reasons why the Mariners are 20 games over .500. They also look at the All-Star game and which players on the Mariners deserved to be headed to D.C.
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the recent decision to designated Marc Rzepczynski for assignment and the idea of using an opener for a struggling Felix Hernandez.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners acquisition of reliever Alex Colome and Denard Span from the Rays in a trade on Friday
Robinson Cano is suspended, don't ya know. Where to the Mariners go from here? by The Seattle Times
Discussing the new role for Ichiro, pushing Paxton to an eighth inning and save situations by The Seattle Times
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the hot start of Mitch Haniger and the Mariners' roster move on Sunday to send Guillermo Heredia to Class AAA Tacoma and keep Ichiro instead.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners strong start to the 2018 season, the week that was, what's going to happen with Ichiro and answering a few Twitter questions
Topics include likes and dislikes from the Mariners first seven games, what Felix Hernandez is or isn't as a pitcher, assessing the blame for injuries and trading Kyle Seager.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone look at the weekend that was for the Mariners as well as look ahead to who will win each division, make the postseason and win the World Series. Predictions for MLB award winners were also discussed
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and column Larry Stone discuss the upcoming 2018 season for the Mariners, including thoughts on the opening day lineup and roster. They also talk give their predictions on record and a few over/under bets on player performance.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Ichiro signing and press conference and his role on the Mariners. They also discuss Stone's observations from spending nine days in Peoria watching the team play. A hint, he's been impressed by Daniel Vogelbach and Dee Gordon.
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the return of Ichiro to the Mariners. Thoughts on if this is the right move and how it can right or wrong are also discussed.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone preview the very beginning of Seattle's spring training with pitchers and catchers slated to report to camp on Valentine's Day for physicals. They also discuss Yu Darvish signing with the Cubs, Felix Hernandez's important spring and other random things
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss analyze what was said at the Mariners pre-spring training luncheon, including thoughts on farm system rankings, prospects, injuries and of course, starting pitching.
Times beat writer Ryan Divish compiled the audio from the interviews at the Mariners annual pre-spring luncheon at Safeco Field. General manager Jerry Dipoto, manager Scott Servais, director of player development Andy McKay, director of high performance Lorena Martin and new Mariners Dee Gordon and Ryon Healy are featured.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of the Seattle Times discuss the inactivity of the free agent market, the need for starting pitching, Baseball America ranking the Mariners as the worst farm system in baseball and the Hall of Fame hopes of Edgar Martinez.
Seattle Times writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the Mariners playoff drought of 16 years. With the Buffalo Bills making the postseason, it's now the longest in all of major professional sports.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and Larry Stone discuss their Baseball Hall of Fame ballots and the chances of Edgar Martinez's induction in 2018.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of the Seattle Times discuss the recent winter meetings, the Mariners activity, compare them to the American League West, examine their pitching staff and discuss the Hall of Fame.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss Shohei Ohtani's decision to narrow his list of suitors to seven. They also go over the Mariners' possible answers to Ohtani's questionnaire he asked teams to fill out.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish talks with Jay Jaffe of Sports Illustrated about the Baseball Hall of Fame, analyzing the candidates up for induction, the voting process, Edgar Martinez as a Hall of Famer, the PED eras and beer
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of the Seattle Times discuss the possibility of Seattle signing Japanese phenom Shohei Ohtani
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of the Seattle Times discuss the end of the 2017 season, the upcoming offseason and a few recent trades
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of the Seattle Times discuss the trade for Erasmo Ramirez and the upcoming trade deadline, plus audio of Jerry Dipoto discussing the trade.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss Seattle's trade for reliever for David Phelps, the need for starting pitching and prospects and what they mean. Also bonus audio of Jerry Dipoto talking to the media about these same topics.
Beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone of the Seattle Times discuss all things baseball, including the All-Star game, the first half of the season for the Mariners
Mariners beat writer and Ryan Divish discuss the Seattle Mariners recent homestand where they finished 3-4, including three straight losses to the White Sox and the upcoming road trip.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the injuries to Hisashi Iwakuma and James Paxton and the demotion of Mike Zunino.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the previous week of games, the injuries to Felix Hernandez and Mitch Haniger and the lineup holes at first base and catcher.
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the team's roster moves made on Sunday, including designating Leonys Martin for assignment and calling up Daniel Vogelbach
Mariners beat writer Ryan Divish talks with Astros beat writer Jake Kaplan to preview the season-opening series with Houston.
Seattle Times beat writer Ryan Divish and columnist Larry Stone discuss the paper's annual season preview section on closer Edwin Diaz and the Mariners history of closers -- some good, mostly bad.
Jeff Sullivan of Fangraphs discusses the Mariners, the upcoming season of Felix Hernandez, Nick Vincent's un-hittable fastball and beer
Your hosts Ryan Divish and Larry Stone discuss the first two weeks of Mariners spring training. Topics include The Big 3, hair, Carlos Ruiz, the sports writing of Gary Smith, the bullpen and more.
In this week's episode, Ryan Divish and Larry Stone discuss a myriad of topics about the Mariners, including Felix Hernandez and his offseason, the organization's expectations of Daniel Vogelbach and Mitch Haniger, the weaknesses of the starting rotation, increase team speed and if they can use it, why Nori Aoki makes Ryan laugh, In-N-Out Burger and eating fish and chips in Phoenix.
Episode 4 of The Extra Innings podcast from the Seattle Times features Ryan Divish and Larry Stone discussing the Mariners recent trade activity. Ryan also answers a slew of questions from twitter about baseball, sort of baseball and non-baseball topics.
The Extra Innings podcast from the Seattle Times featuring interviews with columnist Larry Stone and Mariners' manager Scott Servais
The Extra Innings podcast from the Seattle Times hosted by Ryan Divish with guests: Larry Stone and Tim Booth.