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On the Daily Puck Drop,  Puck discusses various topics including the Masters golf tournament, the scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, the struggles of the Seattle Mariners, the Seattle Kraken's disappointing season, and the upcoming NFL draft. Puck also teases the return of funny voices in future episodes.TakeawaysThe Masters golf tournament is underway, with Scottie Scheffler impressing with his iron play and Bryson DeChambeau leading after the first round.The scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's interpreter raises questions about Ohtani's involvement and the lack of oversight in his financial affairs.The Seattle Mariners are struggling offensively and need to improve their performance at the plate.The Seattle Kraken's disappointing season has led to a decline in season ticket holders, making the upcoming offseason crucial for the team.The NFL draft is approaching, and the Seattle Seahawks may prioritize addressing their offensive and defensive lines over selecting a quarterback.Outline:00:00 Masters First Round Thoughts and Scottie Scheffler's Performance09:38 The Shohei Ohtani Interpreter Scandal and Questions About Ohtani's Involvement27:42 The Seattle Kraken's Crucial Offseason After a Disappointing Season

Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network joins Puck every Thursday to break down all the top stories in the NFL. Mike joined the network in 2016 and appears on NFL total Access, NFL Now, GameDay Morning and Good Morning Football. Mike's weekly appearance is made possible by Hartley & Hartley Insurance in University Place. Family owned, second generation independent insurance agency. Contact Jaime Hartley at 253.565.8700. Also brought to you by Zog's on Fox Island. Great indoor and outdoor beer garden that offers a great and wide selection. Head to Zog's and grab a cold beer and watch the game.  Takeaways Shoe shining at the airport is a convenient service for business travelers, but it may not be worth the cost for everyone.Golf can be enjoyable to play but less exciting to watch, especially for those with limited time.NFL teams use official visits to evaluate potential draft picks, and while some visits may be smokescreens, most teams have genuine interest in the players they bring in.The documentary series on the New England Patriots, 'The Dynasty,' was entertaining but incomplete, with some aspects, such as Rob Gronkowski's contributions, receiving less attention.The Pro Football Hall of Fame focuses solely on on-field accomplishments and does not consider off-field behavior when honoring players.The recent layoffs at the NFL Network have affected talented individuals who were part of viewers' daily routines. Outline 00:00 Shoe Shining at the Airport06:24 NFL Draft Visits14:43 J.J. McCarthy and College Football

Rob Staton of SeahawksDraftBlog.com joins Puck every Thursday, brought to you by Superior Linen Service. Rob breaks down the Seahawks and draft better than anyone! In this conversation, Puck and Rob Staton discuss golf, Rob's recent trip to Dubai, and the upcoming NFL draft. They talk about the importance of building a strong offensive and defensive line, finding a franchise quarterback, and the need for a more physical and aggressive Seahawks team. Rob shares his four-round mock draft and discusses potential draft picks for the Seahawks. They also touch on a guest column by Curtis Allen, which discusses the pros and cons of drafting a quarterback in this year's draft.Outline00:00 Golf...meeting Danny Willett, Puck hates Willett! And Rob's holiday in Dubai! 06:54 The Importance of Building Strong Offensive and Defensive Lines14:59 Finding a Franchise Quarterback28:23 Rob's Four-Round Mock Draft and Potential Picks for the Seahawks

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Puck recaps his show with Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times from the previous day as they wrapped up the Toronto series. Puck and Divish did a live show that was hilarious with some of the challenges it presented. Good win, but ultimately same issues still bothering the team. Masters is underway and Puck can't keep his pants on!  Seahawks offseason workouts are underway. UW RB Tybo Rogers update, involved in another incident and O.J. Simpson passes away. TakeawaysThe Masters tournament is underway and Puck expresses his love for golf and the excitement of watching the event.The Mariners' offense needs to improve, as they have been struggling with competitive at-bats and high strikeout rates.The starting pitchers for the Mariners face added pressure due to the lack of defensive support from the team.Puck clarifies that coaches have the authority to suspend players and make decisions regarding playing time.Puck mentions the controversy surrounding the dog park gate and expresses his frustration with the behavior of some dog owners.Updates are provided on Tybo Rogers, a University of Washington running back who is facing allegations of assault and rape.Puck acknowledges the passing of O.J. Simpson and reflects on his legacy as both a football player and a controversial figure.Outline00:00 Introduction and Daily Puck Drop04:31 Live Shows and Future Plans09:15 Pressure on Mariners' Starting Pitchers15:25 Updates on Tybo Rogers and Controversy Surrounding the Dog Park Gate

Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times joins Puck live from Toronto following the M's, 6-1 win. Ryan's weekly appearance brought to you by Chalet Bowl. 

On today's, Daily Puck Drop, Puck is joined by Brad Adam of ROOT Sports! Brad is the first guest on the #DPD.  Since the Mariners have a day game, Puck and Brad chatted about last night's loss to Toronto and the frustration that is starting to mount with the M's. What in the world is going on with the starting pitching and the defense continues to be shaky. After Brad leaves, Puck talks about the situation surrounding Tybo Rogers, UW running back, who was arrested on two different counts of rape.  Puck says there has been a failure in communication and leadership and that falls on the school president, Ana Marie Cauce. More dog parks in Seattle? Why, dog owners just tear up baseball fields. Puck tells a hilarious story about an encounter with a dog owner the other day while he was coaching little league baseball.  Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times will join Puck later today after the M's game, live from Toronto. Be sure to check it out later at PuckSports.com Outline00:00Family is away for Brad! 10:11The Starting Pitchers' Surprising Performance25:02UW Running Back Facing Rape Charges

John Canzano joins Puck every Tuesday to discuss the very latest in college sports. In addition their conversation weaves to different topics in sports and life. John is a 14-time Associated Press Sports Editors award winner. Named the No. 1 sports columnist in 2008. After 20 years at The Oregonian, John left to start his own website, JohnCanzano.com. You can also listen to his radio show, "The Bald-Faced Truth" in Portland on 750-AM from 3pm-6pm. Follow John on social media @JohnCanzanoBFT. His weekly appearance brought to you by Zeeks Pizza. Visit ZeeksPizza.com On this weeks show, John and Puck talk about fatherhood. Women's basketball. Caitlin Clark's impact. College football Super League. New transfer window. Lastly, the TrailBlazers don't take care of their fans. Outline: 00:00Fatherhood and being a girl dad10:58The Increase in Viewership for Women's Basketball15:38Jealousy and Frustration in the WNBA28:23Growing Frustration Among Portland Trail Blazers Fans33:14Lip Balm as a Gift: The Disconnect Between Ownership and Fans

Daily Puck Drop covers the Mariners loss to the Blue Jays. What is happening to Luis Castillo???  Offense continues to struggle. Another injury to a starting pitcher and the pandemic continues this season. Bo Nix visiting the Seahawks.  Would you like to see the former Oregon QB in a Seahawks uniform? Lastly, Puck the Picker Masters Pool is up and running. Go to RunMyPools.com and click JOIN POOL and use the code NLAT. Chapters00:00Luis Castillo struggles again and M's bats are silent 06:05Growing Problem of Arm Injuries in Baseball11:27Tiger Woods' Return to the Masters22:27Masters Pool for Fans

In this conversation, Jim Duquette and Puck discuss various topics including the solar eclipse, the struggling Seattle Mariners offense, pitcher workload and injuries, and the Oakland Athletics' potential move to Las Vegas. They also touch on potential expansion cities for Major League Baseball.00:00Introduction and Solar Eclipse and the M's offense is a solar eclipse!04:58Struggles of the Seattle Mariners Offense09:31Pitcher Workload and Injury Concerns13:48Protecting Young Pitchers from Overuse23:05Potential Expansion Cities for Major League Baseball

In this conversation, Puck and Bill Krueger discuss various topics related to baseball, including clubhouse culture, the joys of playing the game, the performance of the Seattle Mariners, and the importance of pitching and defense. They also touch on the issue of arm injuries in young pitchers and the need for better pitching instruction at the youth level. The conversation concludes with a discussion of an upcoming golf tournament organized by the Rise Above Foundation, which aims to support Native American youth.Show Outline:00:00Clubhouse Culture and the Joys of Playing Baseball03:22Assessing the Performance of the Seattle Mariners08:21The Importance of Pitching and Defense in Baseball10:28Addressing Arm Injuries in Young Pitchers