A weekly deep dive into Seattle sports and beyond with former Seahawk and Cougar MIchael Bumpus, Tom Glasgow of ROOT SPORTS NW and former Mariners pitcher Bill Krueger.
Bump, Bill and Tom talk about the latest setback for A.L. Rookie of the year Kyle Lewis, the early difficulties at the dish for Mariner Jared Kelenic, and why Julio Jones to the Seahawks is a Hail Mary at best. It's episode 41 of the 206!
Tom connects with the voice of University of Washington softball, Mike Brown ahead of the Huskies Super Regional showdown with top-ranked Oklahoma.
"Bump" breaks down the just released Seahawks schedule, while Bill talks about the pending arrival of two potential stars for the Mariners. It's Episode 39 of the 206.
The buzz is building about a possible Russell Wilson for Aaron Rodgers megadeal. Is there any chance the superstar quarterbacks might trade places? Former Seahawks General Manager Randy Mueller weighs in on that, and the risk-reward of DK Metcalf's Olympic dreams. Also, a conversation with a former WSU star doing his part to defeat cancer. It's just a part of Episode 38 of the 206.
Ahead of Thursday's first round of the NFL draft, former Cougar and Seahawk Michael Bumpus and ex-USC and University of Pittsburgh QB Max Browne, break down the top 5 quarterbacks. Is there a lock for stardom and who's the biggest risk? Plus, how many picks will the Seahawks end up with and what will it take to pry away Julio Jones from the Falcons? That and more with Bump, Max and Tom Glasgow on Episode 37 of the 206!
Tom connects with a former NBA star whose style of play was ahead of his time and who was part of the first Supersonics playoff team. Find out who it is on episode 36 of the 206!
Michael and Tom connect with former Zag’s basketball star Matt Santangelo who tells us what the departure of GU assistant Tommy Lloyd to take the Arizona job means in Tucson and Spokane. Matt also shares his thoughts on what's next for the Zags after the title game loss to Baylor. Bump has the latest on the Seahawks including the possible signing of rush end Aldon Smith and what that could mean for the Hawks defense. That and more on episode 35 of the 206!
Tom Glasgow connects with Vancouver Canucks TV host Dan Murphy who has the latest on the team's serious Covid-19 outbreak. Murphy also shares a Vancouver perspective on the fall arrival of a new rival, the Seattle Kraken. It's hockey and health on episode 34 of the 206!
Michael and Tom tip their caps to the Baylor Bears after their dominating win over Gonzaga in the national title game. Plus, the Jets send Sam Darnold south clearing the way for their next quarterback, but who's the best fit in the Big Apple? Bump has the answer. With Michael Bumpus and Tom Glasgow, it's episode 33 of the 206!
Former Seahawk Michael Bumpus and Tom Glasgow talk about Gonzaga powering its way into the Final Four, the Seahawks big wins during free agency and Tom connects with a man passionate about all things Seattle baseball. It's Episode 32 of the 206!
Tom catches up with Tom Hudson, the Voice of Gonzaga Basketball as the Zags aim for perfection in men's college basketball. It's Episode 31 of the 206!
Former Seahawk Michael Bumpus and Tom Glasgow assess the first week of free agency for the Hawks & Tom connects with veteran Seattle Times college basketball reporter Percy Allen to discuss the Pac-12's sweet run in March Madness. It's episode 30 of the 206!
Former WSU and Seahawks WR Michael Bumpus and Tom Glasgow break down the start of NFL free agency, while former NBA scout and college basketball analyst Francis Williams talks March Madness and tells you which team, he believes has a better chance than Gonzaga to win it all. It's Episode 29 of the 206!
Former NFL Executive of the Year Randy Mueller joins Bump and Tom to share his thoughts on Russell Wilson, Dak Prescott and Deshaun Watson. Plus, why he believes the Seahawks have a chance to cash in during free agency. Jen Mueller of ROOT SPORTS NW joins us to talk about her recent trip to Mariners spring training and her impressions of the young wave of talent rolling toward T-Mobile Park. Tom Glasgow and Michael Bumpus have that and more in Episode 28 of the 206.
What's the end game for Seahawks QB Russell Wilson? Is there more at play than his issues with the offensive line? Bump, Bill and Tom take on Russell's social media, attention grabbing strategy. Plus, the potential pending dilemma for the Mariners and prospect Jarred Kelenic, and the hoops legend named Bird, who's coming back in search of a fifth ring. That and more in Episode 27 with Michael Bumpus, Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow.
With pitchers and catchers heading to Spring Training, Bill, Bump and Tom breakdown the return of lefty James Paxton to the Mariners. Seattle Times columnist Larry Stone talks Russell Wilson and the history of Seattle superstars leaving the city in their prime, and former Gonzaga hoops great Matt Santangelo tells us about the nation's top-rated team and his role as Executive Director of Hoopfest. It's Episode 26 of the 206 with former Seahawk Michael Bumpus, former Mariner Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow.
Seahawks beat writer Gregg Bell of the News Tribune shares his take on Russell Wilson's unhappiness with his offensive line. He'll also tell us about the extreme measures he went through to cover the Hawks during the pandemic. Michael Bumpus, Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow try to fix everything wrong with baseball in less than 30 minutes and what are the odds Richard Sherman could end his career back in Seattle. It's Episode 25 of the 206! (Audio Clips Courtesy of MLB, Westwood One)
In this bonus episode of the 206, Seahawks analyst Michael Bumpus and Tom Glasgow breakdown the Rams-Lions blockbuster including what it means to Hawks and the rest of the NFC West.
Former Hawk Michael Bumpus, ex-Mariner Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow break down the apparent winner of the Seahawks Offensive Coordinator sweepstakes, what it means for Russ, DK and Chris Carson's future. Plus, Bill talks about the recent passing of baseball legends Hank Aaron, and former teammate Don Sutton. That and more on Episode 23 of the 206!
A massive day of Seahawks news with the GM sticking around but the OC cut loose. Former Hawk Michael Bumpus, ex-Mariner Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow break down the decisions. Plus, Bill talks about his former manager Tommy Lasorda and baseball's sticky situation on the mound. That and more on Episode 22 of the 206!
Michael Bumpus, Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow preview the Seahawks-Rams wild card showdown and pick the winners of all six NFL playoff games. Plus, a look ahead to Monday's college football championship match-up between Alabama and Ohio State. Episode 21
NFC West title, check! It's hopefully just the beginning for a Seahawks team with Super Bowl dreams. Former Hawks WR Michael Bumpus and ROOT SPORTS NW play-by-play announcer Tom Glasgow talk about the impressive win over the Rams, who's Seattle's best and worst first round match-up in the playoffs and Bump tells you which team he really wants to see go down and go down hard in the college football playoff. That and more right here, right now! It's Episode 20 of the 206.
Michael Bumpus, Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow talk Hawks and Rams ahead of their NFC West showdown. Plus, should the Seahawks stick with troubled WR Josh Gordon, was the Pac-12 football season worth the hot mess it turned into and is there really a chance for the Seattle Sonics 2.0? That and more on Episode 18.
ROOT SPORTS NW contributors Michael Bumpus, Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow, zero in on the next challenge for Russell and Co., the suddenly hot Washington Football Team. The Pac-12 football season has gone from bad to worse thanks to Covid-19 and a lack of leadership. The Mariners add some heat to the bullpen, and you might be surprised which programs and coaches Michael rejected before decided to play football for the Cougs. That and more on Episode 18!
Tom Glasgow connects with John Strong of FOX SPORTS after his call of the Sounders miracle over Minnesota, former Seahawk and Cougar Michael Bumpus shoots straight on the Hawks implosion against the New York Giants and Bill Krueger assesses the chances of Mitch Haniger returning to All-Star form with the Mariners in 2021.
Former Seahawk and Cougar Michael Bumpus and veteran sportscaster Tom Glasgow get into DK Metcalf's Monday night motivation. the perfect start for top Dawg Jimmy Lake, and you'll hear from the athlete who survived the force and flames of a Formula 1 nightmare. That and more on the 206!
Michael Bumpus, Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow preview the Seahawks-Cardinals Thursday night clash, check in on the Dawgs and Cougs, discuss Ken Griffey Jr.’s jump into team ownership and former NBA scout Francis Williams previews the in-state connections to Wednesday's NBA draft.
Bump and Tom talk Hawks, Russell's fading MVP chances, week two for the Pac-12, Lake by the lake, college football's Covid-19 struggles and a Masters in November.
Bump, Bill and Tom talk about the rocky Covid start to the Pac-12 football season, the Seahawks Sunday showdown in the Buffalo and post-season hardware for the rebuilding Mariners.
Bump, Bill and Tom talk about the newest Hawk, DE Carlos Dunlap and what he'll bring to a struggling defense. While Michael bleeds Dodger Blue, we'll talk about the selfish act that tarnished LA's championship celebration. That and more including "The Stars of the Week presented by Ecliptic Brewing."
Forget the Biden-Trump debate with Michael Bumpus breaking down the pros and cons of a potential Antonio Brown signing in Seattle. Bill Krueger pounds the zone on the Dodgers-Rays World Series showdown, and a legend of the ice pulls the plug on a Hall of Fame career. Tom Glasgow joins Bump and Bill for that and more.
Will it be Dodger blues again? The American League is soaking up the Rays. Lebron re-ignites the M.J. debate and Gators can get Covid too. Michael, Bill and Tom take on those topics and more.
Boston's Bird has nothing on Seattle's. LeBron and the Lakers are poised to win the title and honor Kobe. Baseball's robust post-season has changed forever. It's a step closer to college football's return to the Pac, and the group leading the pack in the NFL MVP race.
The Lakers put a game one hurt of the Heat, baseball's playoffs slam into gear, the Cup is claimed, and sportswriter Gregg Bell talks all things NFL including the impact of the first Covid-19 shutdown.
Former Washington State star and NFL analyst Michael Bumpus joins Tom and Bill to talk all things football including a red-hot Russell Wilson. Bill has the teams to beat in baseball's upcoming post-season and we say goodbye to an NFL legend.
Bill and Tom's excellent adventure this week includes a broadcaster who's called nearly as many no-hitters as Nolan Ryan threw. The Big 10 gambles with a Covid audible. The Nuggets burst the NBA's playoff bubble with their latest upset and will baseball's expanded playoffs last beyond this pandemic season? Plus, who's worthy of an Ecliptic Brewing toast as the Star of the Week.
NFL play-by-play voice Steve Raible previews the upcoming season on opening day. Bill Krueger and Tom Glasgow debate which of baseball's new rules should stick and which should go. Plus, the Stars of the Week.
Co-host and former MLB pitcher Bill Krueger reflects on the Hall of Fame career of Tom Seaver, The greatest voice in baseball history is back in the spotlight and we remember two more icons, basketball’s John Thompson and the man who portrayed Jackie Robinson on the big screen in the film 42, Chadwick Boseman.
In the aftermath of the Jacob Blake shooting, experts from the NBA, NFL and MLB share their insights into the fight against racial injustice. The NBA led the midweek boycott, baseball followed, and the NFL may not be far behind.
Former MLB pitcher Bill Krueger and veteran sportscaster Tom Glasgow take on baseball's unwritten rules, the Hall of Dame, the man who fought to bring big league baseball back to Seattle and more.
In their pre award winning debut episode, former MLB pitcher Bill Krueger and veteran sportscaster Tom Glasgow focus on college football shrinkage, the success that is NBA bubble ball, the disgraced and despised Houston Astros and Dame or Clyde?