Ryan Divish, Seattle Times and Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host, spend the majority of the episode trying to figure out what is wrong with Julio. They analyze his swing mechanics, approach at the plate, and performance in clutch situations. They also touch on the expectations placed on him as a highly paid player and the criticism he receives from fans. The conversation highlights the importance of comfort and confidence in hitting and the challenges of making adjustments while competing in games. They also mention a documentary about Julio that is set to air after the All-Star game. The conversation revolves around the struggles of the Seattle Mariners' offense and their inability to acquire and develop offensive talent. The hosts discuss the team's offensive performance in recent years and the lack of production from key players. They also explore the challenges of hitting in today's game, with pitchers throwing harder than ever before. The conversation touches on the Mariners' draft strategy and the importance of hitting on first-round picks. They also discuss the potential solutions for the struggling offense, including lineup changes and player development.
Rundown
00:00 This is titled, the Julio Podcast....Puck and Divish try to figure out what is wrong with him
05:28 Analyzing Julio's Hitting Struggles
07:20 The Importance of Comfort and Confidence in Hitting
09:21 Managing Expectations for Highly Paid Players
11:39 Criticism and Pressure Faced by Julio
15:24 Challenges of Making Adjustments in Game Situations
20:43 Upcoming Documentary on Julio
29:51 Frustration with the Lack of Offensive Production
40:00 Potential Solutions for the Struggling Offense
47:55 Lamenting about the lost draft picks of Kyle Lewis and Evan White