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 Mike Garafolo, NFL Network,  and Jason "Puck" Puckett,  open up about kids and summer break, and NFL quarterback contracts. They touch on the challenges of entertaining kids during summer break, and the frustrations of doctor visits. They also discuss the recent contract extension of Trevor Lawrence and the potential impact on Dak Prescott's contract negotiations. In this conversation, Mike Garafolo and Puck discuss various topics including Dak Prescott's potential as a free agent, potential landing spots for him, the situation with Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers, the hiring of David Shaw by the Broncos, the Kansas House bill to lure the Chiefs and Royals to Kansas, and the off-season storyline of Bill Belichick dating a 24-year-old former competitive cheerleader.  Rita Moreno, Sophia Loren, and Helen Mirren....they all still got it! Rundown00:00 Entertaining kids during summer break! 04:41 Mike details a day of hell of shuffling his kids around NYC and to the doctors office 10:29 The Impact of Trevor Lawrence's Contract Extension13:32 Dak Prescott's Contract Negotiations and Future Plans15:37 Dak Prescott's Potential as a Free Agent and Potential Landing Spots21:31 David Shaw's Hiring by the Broncos22:26 The Kansas House Bill to Lure the Chiefs and Royals24:05 The Off-Season Storyline of Bill Belichick's Dating Life26:18 Mike says that Rita Moreno, Sophia Loren, and Helen Mirren still have it! 

On today's, Daily Puck Drop,  Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host,  discusses the Mariners' recent game against the Cleveland Guardians, focusing on the performance of pitcher Bryan Woo and the controversy surrounding JP Crawford and Scott Servas' interactions with the home plate umpire. He also touches on the KPMG PGA Championship, the increasing popularity of TV streaming, and a man suing Apple for $6 million after his wife discovered text messages to sex workers on their family iMac.Rundown00:00 Mariners Struggle Against Cleveland Guardians02:26 Bryan Woo's Health Issues and Potential Solutions07:30 Controversy Surrounding JP Crawford and Scott Servas 22:50 Man Sues Apple for $6 Million Over Deleted Text Messages

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host  and Ryan Divish, Seattle Times  start off talking about great baseball movies, and their love of Kurt Russell's movies, and the personalities of the Seattle Mariners players. They also mention the upcoming Netflix documentary about the Boston Red Sox and the lack of editorial control teams have over these types of projects. The conversation covers various topics related to the Seattle Mariners, including the team's camaraderie, the role Divish has covering the team, the recent offensive improvement, the use of Mitch Garver as a backup catcher, and Kurt Russell's filmography.Rundown00:00 Divish is in Havre, Montana and they somehow open up talking about Kurt Russell movies! 03:04 Discussion about Netflix documentaries and baseball movies08:41 Luke Raily and the Seattle Mariners' Mix of Personalities13:02 The Upcoming Netflix Documentary about the Boston Red Sox15:45 Appreciating Baseball through Movies and Documentaries25:16 Managing Mitch Garver as a Backup Catcher29:24 Bryan Woo's  Return to the Rotation34:08 Appreciating Kurt Russell's Film Career

On today's  Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host starts off with the Seattle Mariners' recent success, the passing of baseball legend Willie Mays, the death of longtime Seattle Times columnist Blaine Newnam, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. Puck also shares his frustration with the trend of not wrapping presents and praises former NBA coach Monty Williams for his lucrative firing contracts.Rundown 00:00 Seattle Mariners' Success16:02 Remembering Willie Mays25:53 KPMG Women's PGA Championship28:14 "Hey, What The Puck!?" The Lost Art of Wrapping Presents.....Monty Williams: The Master of Firing Contracts

Larry Stone, former Seattle Times columnist and Puck discuss the passing of baseball legend Willie Mays. They reminisce about Mays' impact on the game, his style of play, and his iconic moments. They also discuss Mays' relationship with Ken Griffey Jr. and the reverence that current players have for him. The conversation highlights Mays' athleticism, his numbers, and the legacy he leaves behind.Rundown 00:00 Thoughts on the Passing of Willie Mays02:02 Personal Connection  to Mays and being a Dodgers fan rooting for and against Mays 04:14 Mays' Style of Play and Comparison to Modern Players08:04 The Joy and Showmanship of Mays12:08 The Iconic Catch and its Impact19:42 Mays' Influence on Ken Griffey Jr. and the Number 2421:42 The Legacy of Mays and the Lack of Comparison in Today's Game

John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com  and Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host,   discuss various topics including parenting, Father's Day, golf, and the future of college sports. They touch on the importance of teaching children to entertain themselves and the decline of wrapping presents. They also discuss Rory McIlroy's behavior at the US Open and Bryson DeChambeau's transformation as a golfer. The conversation then shifts to the selling of naming rights in college sports and the potential for athletic departments to be renamed. The conversation explores the cultural differences in fan support and engagement between the West Coast and the South/Midwest regions of the United States. It discusses the generational nature of fandom, the influence of wealth and donations, and the level of passion and dedication towards sports in different regions. The conversation also touches on the upcoming expansion of the Big Ten Network and the challenges of covering 18 schools. The hosts share their experiences and observations of fan culture in various regions and discuss the importance of sports in different communities.Rundown00:00 Talking about what they did on Father's Day 01:32 No one wraps presents anymore and John wanted his Father's Day present wrapped!08:13 Bryson DeChambeau's Transformation as a Golfer10:30 The Future of College Sports: Selling Naming Rights12:30 The Possibility of Renaming Athletic Departments18:31 Generational Fandom and the Influence of Wealth23:35 Comparing Regional Fan Culture: West Coast vs. South/Midwest28:02 Challenges of Covering 18 Schools in the Big Ten Network Expansion32:48 Pac-2 Media Day: Generating Interest in Oregon State and Washington State

Brad Adam, ROOT Sports and Jason "Puck" Puckett open up about  Brad winning a Father's Day golf tournament, the Seattle Mariners, and the coaching staff. They also touch on the recent news of Tyler Locklear staying with the team, Ty France returning from the paternity list, and Seby Savala being designated for assignment. The conversation highlights the importance of coaching, particularly the impact of Perry Hill on the Mariners' infielders. They also speculate on whether the Mariners will look for another catcher in the future. The conversation covers various topics related to the Seattle Mariners and their performance in the current season. They discuss the health concerns of catcher Mitch Garver and the team's need for more offense. They also talk about the Mariners' chances of making it to the playoffs and the importance of winning the division. The conversation touches on the comparison between the current pitching staff and the 1991 pitching staff. They also briefly discuss Rory McIlroy's meltdown at the U.S. Open. Rundown00:00 Brad pats himself on the back for winning Father's Day golf tourney12:08 News about Tyler Locklear, Ty France, and Seby Savala14:42 The Impact of Coaching on the Mariners' Infielders19:48 Wrap-up and Discussion about Sebi Savala19:56 Concerns about Mitch Garver's Health21:30 The Need for More Offense24:02 The Mariners' Goal: Winning the Division...Are they World Series bound??26:05 Comparing the Current Pitching Staff to the 1991 Staff34:36 Rory McIlroy's Meltdown at the U.S. Open 

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason "Puck" Puckett,  thanks a listener for creating an intro for the show. He discusses the upcoming Mariners series against the Cleveland Guardians and the importance of securing a higher playoff seed. Puck also talks about the MLB All-Star Game voting and the controversy surrounding Bryson DeChambeau's exclusion from the U.S. Olympic team. He shares a story about a unique fantasy football punishment and mentions Bill Belichick's new relationship. Puck teases two upcoming announcements for Puck Sports.Rundown00:00 Big thanks to listener Steven, for making an open to the show! 03:10 Mariners Series Against the Guardians13:59 MLB All-Star Game Voting23:25 "Hey, What The Puck!?"  Unique Fantasy Football Punishment.....Bill Belichick's New Relationship, 24 year old competitive cheerleader! 

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Bill Krueger, ROOT Sports  covers various topics related to the Seattle Mariners and their recent success. They discuss the Mariners' statement series against the Texas Rangers, the confidence it brings to the team, and the positive signs they've seen from young players like Julio Rodriguez. They also touch on the pressure and expectations placed on Rodriguez at a young age, the importance of his defense and joy for the game, and the challenges he faces as a young superstar. The conversation also delves into the Mariners' starting rotation, comparing it to past rotations in the organization's history, and the potential role of Julio in the bullpen. They conclude by discussing the Mariners' chances of winning the division and the upcoming Rise Above Golf Classic.Rundown00:00 Mariners' Statement Series and Confidence Boost02:26 Positive Signs from Julio Rodriguez07:43 Pressure and Expectations on Young Superstar12:51 Mariners' Exceptional Starting Rotation15:13 Considering Julio Rodriguez in the Bullpen23:19 What does Bill see from Tyler Locklear

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host  and Jim Duquette, MLB Network radio  discuss various topics in baseball, including Jim's recent hernia surgery, the Mariners' performance against the Texas Rangers, the Mariners' pitching staff, potential trade targets for the Mariners, and the recent injuries to Mookie Betts and Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Los Angeles Dodgers. They also talk about the struggles of Corbin Carroll, the passing of Mike Brumley, and Aaron Judge's impressive home run numbers.Rundown00:00 Jim Duquette's is recovering from emergency hernia surgery03:56 Mariners' Pitching Staff and Division Lead10:45 Luis Robert Jr. and Potential Trade Targets13:35 Bullpen Arms Available for the Mariners22:19 Corbin Carroll's Struggles and Injury26:44 Aaron Judge's Home Run Chase