It is Episode 52 of Inside the Arena!

Niko and Chris have been talking about all the stories off-the-ice, off-the-court, and off-the field for 52 Straight Weeks.

This week, Sonic Legend Gary Payton stops by KOMO to talk about his new ventures, the Sonics, NBA, and the Seattle SuperHawks.

Plus as always, they highlight what's good and what's bad around the local sports world in "Four Corners"

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It is the dawn of a new season for Seattle's Major League Cricket franchise the Seattle Orcas.

Chris gets between the wickets talks at length with Orcas co-founder and former Microsoft executive

Plus, as always Niko and Chris talks about what's good and bad away from the field of play in "Four Corners" and share a special note from UW and NBA great Nate Robinson in the "Supersonic Minute".

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Megan Rapinoe is back! and talking about her next chapter off the field. Niko talks at length with the iconic Seattle and US soccer legend.

Plus, Niko and Chris break down the announcement about the sale of the Portland Trail Blazers, and how it may impact the future of the Seattle Seahawks and the return of the Sonics. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver lays out a calendar again!

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The Kraken Hockey Network's Patrick Brown talks about building a broadcast from the ground up and how his off-the-ice crew plans for key moments in the game.

Plus, Niko talks with the "Sundell Siblings" - Serena and Jalen - about their unusual journey to the Seattle Storm and Seahawks.

Also, a shoutout to the son of a Seattle Supersonic who is now a head coach in the NBA in the "Supersonic Minute."

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Big News off the ice! The PWHL has awarded Seattle an expansion franchise to begin in 2025.

Niko and Chris talk about the Professional Women's Hockey League and the announcement that gives Seattle the distinction of being the only city with three professional women's teams - in the WNBA, NWSL and now PWHL.

As always, they highlight the good and bad away from the sports action in "Four Corners" and the big announcements about new events coming to Seattle.

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Former NFL and USC Quarterback Matt Leinart drops "Inside the Arena" to talk about NIL, College Sports, the NFL Draft and his new podcast!

Plus, Niko and Chris talk at length about the significant shakeup in the front office of the Seattle Kraken and what's good and bad this week, off-the-ice, off-the-court, and off-the-field in "Four Corners".

The pair also discuss the latest statements from NBA Commish Adam Silver about expansion in the "Supersonic Minute".

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In this special episode, Seattle Kraken Owner Samantha Holloway sits down for a lengthy discussion about what is going on "Inside the Arena" and the near-term future of the franchise.

Holloway explains changes on the business side of the operation, with tickets, family and full-season deals, plus cheaper concessions! She also explains what she's thinking about when it comes to the NBA and the return of the Sonics.

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New Tacoma Rainiers Broadcaster Rylee Pay steps Inside the Arena to talk about her groundbreaking role as a play-by-play voice for the Mariners' AAA affiliate.

Sports Director Niko Tamurian talks with Rylee about the new role, plus what she's seen in the region and with the M's top prospects.

In addition, per usual, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad off-the-court, off-the-ice, and off-the field in "Four Corners" and have a brief "Supersonic Minute".

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BIG NEWS: The WNBA's Seattle Storm have signed a deal to broadcast games on KOMO TV and Seattle's CW.

Niko and Chris talk about why the deal is significant for the franchise and fans, and talk to co-owner Lisa Brummel and COO Rohre Titcomb.

Plus Niko and Chris break down what NBA Commissioner Adam Silver had to say about Seattle and expansion in an expanded "Supersonic Minute."

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Niko and Chris talk at length about multiple NBA business developments and how they could impact a return of the Sonics to Seattle.

Plus, Chris sits down with the brains behind the production of the Seattle Kraken pre-game and in-game shows.

As always, Niko and Chris talk about what's good and bad this week off-the-ice, off-the-court, and off-the-field in "Four Corners."

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