This week's episode starts off with Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, expressing his frustration at seeing Ryan Divish's, Seattle Times, name and face everywhere while he was on vacation. They discuss the Marine Layer podcast and the Locked On Mariners podcast, with Puck jokingly threatening to come after them. The conversation then shifts to their recent experiences in Montana, including a visit to the Bulldog Saloon. They discuss the collapse of the Seattle Mariners and the firing of manager Scott Servais. They criticize the ownership group for their handling of the situation and their lack of common sense. They also discuss the lack of communication and transparency from the organization. The conversation revolves around the recent managerial change in the Seattle Mariners organization and the lack of transparency and accountability from the front office. The hosts discuss the decision to hire Scott Servais as the full-time manager and the confusion surrounding his status. They express their frustration with the organization's handling of the situation and their disappointment in the lack of a press conference or in-person announcement. They also touch on the ownership group's influence on decision-making and the financial challenges the team may face in the future. The conversation covers various topics related to the Seattle Mariners and their future prospects. They discuss the team's financial situation, potential trades, and the challenges they face in building a competitive roster. They also touch on the team's identity and the difficulties they have in attracting top talent.
Rundown
00:00 Puck assaults Ryan for stepping out on him with every podcast in the world!
04:46 The Bulldog Saloon Experience...Montana bar done right
09:38 The Collapse of the Seattle Mariners
15:23 Criticism of the Ownership Group
19:10 Lack of Communication and Transparency
23:18 Lack of Transparency and Accountability
26:45 Confusion Surrounding Scott Servais' Status
35:31 Influence of the Ownership Group
43:08 Financial Challenges and Potential Impact
49:29 Navigating Financial Challenges
52:27 Struggle to Attract Top Talent
56:09 Inconsistent Identity and Roster Construction