# 229 Jim Duquette

 Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Jim Duquette, former MLB GM and current host on MLB Network radio, discuss various topics related to baseball, including injury updates, trade rumors, and the performance of different teams. They talk about the injury to Julio Rodriguez and the impact it could have on the Mariners' postseason chances. They also discuss the decision to place Ty France on waivers and the potential market for him. The conversation then shifts to the upcoming trade deadline and the possible moves the Mariners could make to improve their roster. They mention potential targets like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Lane Thomas, and Josh Bell. They also discuss the possibility of the Mariners acquiring a starting pitcher like Tarik Skubal. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the Mariners' recent struggles and their chances of making a deep playoff run.Rundown00:00 Seires vs. Houston, Julio injury scare and Ty France placed on waivers 03:17 Placing Ty France on Waivers and Potential Market06:53 Trade Deadline and Potential Targets09:39 Acquiring a Starting Pitcher19:37 Mariners' Struggles Offensively21:39 Chances of a Deep Playoff Run