Aaron Torres discusses the benefits of NIL, and how it has likely kept players in the NCAA. It's official: The Seahawks have fired Ken Norton Jr. and Andre Curtis. Texts react to the show at 49451. Softy congratulates Ian on a major award.

Furness H2 - Aaron Torres: The benefits of NIL / It's official: Norton, Curtis are out / Texts / Softy on Ian's major award

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Mariners have a chance to cap off a really good week with a good series in Colorado.   How different will the draft strategy be for the Seahawks with a new coaching staff, and how much input will Mike MacDonald have?   Portal Update.   WSU president Kirk Schulz announces his retirement, Mariners chances in Colorado this weekend.   We listen to new WSU men's basketball coach David Riley's interview with Ian from Wednesday.   Daily Power Play.   Rob Rang joins the show to talk about safety options in the draft.

Furness Show 4-19: Seahawks Draft Strategy, Portal Update, David Riley, Daily Power Play, Rob Rang.

Greg Cosell, NFL Films joins Ian as we are just one week away from the NFL Draft! The Seahawks have a big need at safety and that's the position of focus. Greg tells us who, on film, would be the best fit for this team. He also gives us insight on what they currently have on the roster.   The Daily Power Play! Tonight marks the end of the NHL regular season and we contemplate the future of Kraken leadership, as well as their roster.   Alyssa Charleston, FOX 13 joins Ian live at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center and begins with reflection on the WNBA Draft, as well as the future of the league. What should Caitlin Clark expect as she enters the WNBA? Plus, some reaction to the Seahawks press conference, where both Alyssa and Ian sat in. One of the more interesting parts of that press conference was the discussion around changes in college athletics and how they evaluate those that transfer all over.  PORTAL UPDATE!   The Seahawks held a pre-draft press conference today with those behind the scenes that have eyes and ears on who they're targeting this year. We take a listen into some parts that could provide some insight into what it'll look like with Mike Macdonald after 14 years of Pete and John.

Furness Show 4-18: Greg Cosell, Daily Power Play, Alyssa Charleston, Portal Update.

NFL draft is fast approaching!   We hear from Scott Servias ahead of the series finale vs the Cincinatti Reds.   Portal Update.   Ian goes through his own mock draft, what do you think is going to happen next week?   Steve Palazzolo from PFF joins the show to talk about safeties and the options Seattle has in the draft if that is the direction they want to go.   Daily Power Play after Kraken lose in Winnipeg.    New WSU head means basketball coach David Riley joins the show to talk about his new job, what he is going to bring to WSU, and much more.

Furness Show 4-17: Mariners Pre Game, Portal Update, Steve Palazzolo, Daily Power Play, David Riley

The Mariners got their mojo back last night and the offense lit up Frankie Montas to get things going. What is going on behind the scenes as teams prepare for the NFL Draft? How will front offices tweak their 'lists' throughout this week leading up to next? Our best wishes to Jon Ryan as he officially retires a Seahawks. He is a true legend. Caitlin Clark went number one over all in the WNBA Draft to Indiana. Bigger names are coming into the league than ever before. While Ian agrees that WNBA players should more, the fact is that the revenue isn't there to bring up the salaries. The Daily Transfer Portal Update! Ian gives an update on the college football and basketball  Joe Sheehan, The Joe Sheehan Newsletter joins us to give us a broader perspective on what the sabermetrics are telling us about the Mariners. He tells us exactly what's going on in Oakland as A's ownership plans their move to Sacramento.  He discusses the current 'load management' we're seeing with MLB pitchers and whether that's the way of the future. The NFL Draft is just over a week away and the Seahawks must address their biggest needs: the trenches. Randy Mueller, The Athletic joins to give us a behind the scenes look at what happens throughout an NFL Draft. As a former NFL Executive, he provides insight you can only get from someone who's been there, specifically as an NFL Executive.

Furness Show 4-16: Mariners win! Joe Sheehan, Randy Mueller and the WNBA Draft

The Seattle sports team in this town are boring to watch, and that's not a good sign. Should Julio have been put in this position in the first place? He probably should've had the day completely off.  Are you glass half full or glass half empty when it comes to the Mariners right now?   PORTAL UPDATE!  Myles Rice is officially off to Indiana and Ian doesn't know why he landed there. Plus, several other athletes are entering and the NCAA has to figure things out.   MollyWhop Monday! Chris Crawford and Nathan Bishop join the show to give us a realistic perspective on the substandard Mariners weekend that was. How much of the failure was on Scott Servais?   Mollywhop continues with Nathan and Chris and we take a deeper look at where the blame should be placed in the Mariners tough start.   The Daily Power Play!   Where are fans with the Mariners right now and where should the blame be laid for the poor start? We get feedback from listeners.

Furness H2 - Aaron Torres: The benefits of NIL / It's official: Norton, Curtis are out / Texts / Softy on Ian's major award

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