Softy & Dick Interviews

Seattle Seahawks Julian Love joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to discuss his post-playing career and planning ahead already, having the clinching play in the Super Bowl championship win last February, not shutting out the Patriots, running it forward this season in a new year, identifying ways to improve, and the “dork” Mike Macdonald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former M’s pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the Mariners series loss to the Rangers and their continued issues this year, Bryan Woo’s struggles on the road and how he can fix his problems on the mound, and how Seattle should handle the trade deadline in one week including not trading starters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated and NBC Sports Boston joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen after the day of Seahawks Training Camp to discuss how the Patriots are handling the loss to Seattle in the Super Bowl, the roster for New England and feelings about their 2025 season, Sam Darnold’s contract situation, and Drake Maye’s growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhea Hughes, radio host on 94 WIP in Philadelphia, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Philly reaction to LeBron James joining the 76ers, the team built around LeBron, the go-to players on the team, and the Sixers’ expectations for 2026-27.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Tomozawa, the CEO of the Seattle World Cup committee that helped bring the event to town, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the World Cup this year and events around the city, bringing in another World Cup, and natural grass fields.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randall Williams, Senior Reporter from Bloomberg, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his latest report about the Khosla family adding multiple private equity groups as owners of the Seahawks, the inclusion of these groups across sports, their influence level in the team, NBA expansion status, Portland’s situation, and what’s next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer from The Athletic joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Cal Raleigh’s bat falling off a cliff in 2026 and the chances he helps this year, plus WNBA comments over the last week that have created controversies, the coverage the sport gets from the average fan, and the hate LeBron James is taking for his indecisiveness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the M’s firing their second assistant to the hitting coach and the real impact of coaches, how Cal Raleigh’s bat can be fixed, the bullpen and pitching decisions by Dan Wilson and if they are coming from higher ups, plus possible trades, including Casey Schmitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Canzano of the Bald Faced Truth in Oregon joins Dave Softy Mahler to discuss the Portland Trail Blazers broadcast changes to come including Kevin Calabro not returning to his job there and others being let go, the team’s possible move and next destination, the big issues with new owner Tom Dundon, and Jody Allen’s culpability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners issues right now, most of which are with their poor offense, the baffling Dan Wilson decisions and where the bullpen choices are coming from, Cal Raleigh’s poor bat and how to turn him around, plus the trade deadline approaching and who to trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the World Cup ending, his happiness about hearing from soccer fans less, the passion from soccer fans throughout the tournament annoying him to no end, an issue at his house, Angel Reese being in the middle of a new WNBA controversy and college football media days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio of PFT and NBC joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the new Seahawks ownership family of the Khoslas, Devon Witherspoon’s possible new contract with Seattle, Kansas City building a new stadium built for sound, what the Hawks would need to do to get the Super Bowl, plus the Aaron Donald cap situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball Super Agent Scott Boras joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his client Ace Reese, the Mariners first round pick, getting signed today to his contract, a salary cap not working in baseball and the players-league negotiations regarding that and other factors that could lead to a work stoppage, plus Randy Arozarena’s contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about if a split is possibly coming between the SEC and the NCAA, the legal movement and actions on the table, what will happen at Big Ten Media Days ahead, Michigan’s Athletic Director stepping down, who they will call next and Pat Chun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert joins Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen to talk about the M’s rotation changes throughout the year, the team’s struggles at the All Star Break and their working through it, Dan Wilson’s job done as the Manager and his response to fans who want him fired, plus Cal Raleigh’s leadership and his contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Softy and Hugh Millen to discuss interleague play starting today between the M’s and Reds, Cal Raleigh’s struggles since returning from the IL and how he can get fixed, Dan Wilson’s job security and comments from Logan Gilbert on Dan, and what would need to happen for Dan Wilson to be fired.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congressman Adam Smith from the 9th District of Washington state joins Dick Fain to talk about the Protect College Sports Act and how it aims to change the landscape of the NCAA and NIL, the World Cup and Seattle’s success as a site, the hopeful return of the NBA with the Sonics soon, and the Seahawks new ownership in the Khosla family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners star Bret Boone joins Dick Fain and Jacson Bevens to talk about the All Star Break right now and how he treated the break as a player, the feelings around the Mariners right now, how Cal Raleigh could be fixed, and Dan Wilson’s job security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award winning writer Jerry Brewer joins Dick Fain and Jacson Bevens to talk about the World Cup on United States soil over the last month, the Final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday, the new ownership family of the Seahawks and the stadium situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flau’jae Johnson, who was drafted eighth overall in the most recent WNBA draft, and then instantly traded to the Seattle Storm, joins Dick Fain to talk about her rookie year so far with Seattle, the pro-level adjustment, the WNBA’s growth, and their young team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of a Seattle Paddling club qualifying for the World Championships, Co-Captain of Survivor SAKE Luciana Bosio as well as Assistant Coach J.T. Thompson joins Dick Fain and talks about how you can support the team and even join the group yourself!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the World Cup action including Spain’s win over France yesterday, the epic comeback by Argentina against England today, plus his soccer team resuming the MLS season against the Portland Timbers tomorrow at home, and all his team’s big injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dick Fain to talk about the latest on NBA expansion with new comments yesterday from Adam Silver, the Seahawks sale to Vinod Khosla and his family, the Jody Allen leadership tenure, if Dan Wilson’s job is in jeopardy with the Mariners continued struggles, Dom Canzone’s new everyday spot, and Luke Raley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio from PFT and NBC joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the wild World Cup game today between England and Argentina, plus the prevent-defense comparison with today’s game, plus the Seahawks’ new ownership family, unknowns and nerves involved with a change, plus Aaron Donald’s potential return for the Rams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dick Fain and Alyssa Charlston-Smith to talk about the sale of the Seahawks to the family of Vinod Khosla, Neeru Khosla, and Neal Khosla including the feelings of nervousness that come with this major leadership change, a math equation that computes his level of nervousness, and what the future of the organization may be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Seattle Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dick Fain and Alyssa Charlston-Smith to talk about the M’s now at the All Star Break including Dan Wilson’s job as the manager, Randy Arozarena playing hurt but also playing poor defensively, Brendan Donovan’s potential return, and Emerson Hancock fielding a ball bare-handed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Francis Williams joins the show to talk about the NBA summer league, the update on a Sonics return, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KJR baseball expert Chuck Powell joins the show to talk about the Mariners first half struggles, is this more frustrating that previous iterations of the Mariners?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone joins the show to talk Mariners after getting swept in Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dick Fain and Jackson Felts to talk about the United States loss to Belgium in the World Cup on Monday, the overall tournament takeaways for the USA, Cristian Roldan picking up an injury while on duty with the team, the World Cup action in the entire tournament, and Portland coming up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

University of Washington Athletic Director Pat Chun joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to discuss the impact of the World Cup on UW, the Huskies Women’s programs winning a Big Ten title, the state of the Men’s basketball program, the Brendan Sorsby gambling situation, the College Football Playoff, and the departure of announcer Tony Castricone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer, award winning writer now with The Athletic, joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the United States loss on Monday to Belgium after a positive run through the World Cup until that point, the growth of soccer in the country and lack of the big moment by the USA to grow the game more, plus the problem with young talent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary writer Larry Stone joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to discuss the World Cup in Seattle and across the country over the last month, the United States loss to Belgium that ended their tournament run, the Mariners turning away from the piggyback system with their pitching rotation, Bryan Woo’s up and down season, plus Cal Raleigh’s year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petros Papadakis in Los Angeles joins Dick Fain to talk about his family restaurant in the San Pedro area, his interest in soccer coming from that neighborhood, the Seattle celebration of the World Cup with six games here, the intersection of politics and soccer once again rearing its head, plus LeBron James moving on from Los Angeles this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio from PFT and NBC joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the World Cup and USA’s loss to Belgium with unnecessary involvement from Donald Trump, the need for a superstar soccer player in the United States and how that kind of a player would develop in this country, the youth soccer system issues and interest in the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike DeCourcy from The Sporting News joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the United States not showing up to play against Belgium, the USA road in the tourney finishing in the Round of 16, what the run means for soccer in the country and the youth future with the sport across generations, and Christian Pulisic’s criticism for his efforts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners pitcher and analyst Bill Krueger joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about the M’s seeing pitching success right now after getting rid of the piggyback, what will happen next with the staff, Bryan Woo’s incredible numbers at home compared to his statistics on the road this year, and the futures for Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randall Williams, senior reporter from Bloomberg, joins Softy and Dick to discuss possible suitors for the Seahawks and the future of the NBA in Seattle as well as the latest on what is happening with the Trail Blazers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy and Dick talk to Jerry Brewer about the US Mens National Team's big win on Wednesday, the passion of the Seattle sports fan, the beef in the WNBA and Lebron leaving the Lakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brett Boone joins the show to talk about the Mariner's struggles, how he thinks they're still a playoff team, his level of concern with Cal Raleigh and what is wrong with Bryan Woo on the road.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about all the World Cup action currently happening including the penalty kick shootouts yesterday and how penalties work for him, the United States getting back to action on Wednesday in the Round of 32, and the job Mauricio Pochettino is doing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad Doing, Portland Radio Host, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about why Blazers fans should not fear the team leaving the Rose City, the financial support with the new ownership situation under Tom Dundon with their uncertain stadium future right now, the renovations to come for the Moda Center and who the big cost will fall on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Mariners second baseman Cole Young joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his 2026 season so far including his spot in the lineup, his improvements from last year and his confidence, plus his connections with Colt Emerson and their tightness in the middle infield including their future together, and homering in Pittsburgh last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger, former Mariners pitcher and analyst, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Mariners last week and rough last couple games, the defensive issues with Randy Arozarena, Cal Raleigh since his return from the IL, the need for offense in the lineup and the need to make a trade soon , plus the ongoing situation with pitchers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the WNBA and how the league treats superstar Caitlin Clark, the job Dan Wilson is doing as manager of the Mariners right now with more issues, Devon Witherspoon’s next contract with the Hawks and how it relates to JSN, plus Chris Johnson having ALS, including a personal story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Dahmen, professional golfer from Clarkston, Washington, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the World Cup so far and games in Seattle, watching the M’s from afar despite frustrations, Wyndham Clark winning the U.S. Open last week, a PGA event potentially coming to the Seattle area, and his new Junior Golf Invitational event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox Soccer Host Rob Stone joins Dave Softy Mahler to reflect on the atmosphere in Seattle last week when the World Cup saw the United States play Argentina and his moment with the crowd, the current Team USA run with hopes of making it deeper into the knockout round, who the U.S. could face, and if Christian Pulisic should play today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone, former Mariners All Star, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to discuss the M’s struggles of late and what kind of trade(s) they need to make at the deadline, a bad defensive play, game, and season for the team, the experiment of Rob Refsnyder and why he continues to hit at all, and the piggyback pitching rotation hitting a new guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.