Chris Egan, King 5, joins Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, and Chris shares his experience of staying at The Post Hotel in Leavenworth, and watching his son play baseball in Wenatchee. He discusses the West Coast League and the excitement of watching college baseball games. Chris also mentions the challenges of traveling to different cities to watch his son play and the nerve-wracking experience of watching him pitch. He concludes by talking about the recognition he receives from viewers and the balance between appreciating it and wanting privacy. In this conversation, Jason and Chris Egan discuss various topics including the Mariners' recent performance, the role of the media in shaping public opinion, the passion of Seattle sports fans, and their upcoming trips. Chris ends showing Puck what a great green thumb he has.
Rundown
00:00 Anniversary week at The Post Hotel
02:01 Excitement of College Baseball in the West Coast League and watching his son, Austin play for Edmonton
05:14 Nerve-Wracking Experience of Watching His son, Austin, Pitch
09:43 Chris was a celebrity in Wenatchee and had to fend off all the fans!
16:58 Passion and Expectations: The Mariners and Seattle Sports Fans
22:21 Mariners playing better and have a chance to end the first half on a nice winning streak
25:38 Representing the USA in the Olympics
27:21 Chris shares his love and mastering of Gardening!