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The Water Break

by KMIH 88.9 The Bridge

The Water Break delivers and comments on the latest news in a large variety of sports, including football, hockey, baseball, basketball, and soccer. Our award-winning show is the place to go for analysis on what the headlines really mean. Tune in to 88.9 The Bridge or use the KMIH website (889thebridge.org) or mobile app on Fridays at 3:00 PM to listen to in-depth analysis of everything sports, interact with us live, and hear more takes on all of the sports world's front-page news

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Episodes

  1. FINALE - The Water Break Season 4 Episode 28

    Thanks for listening to The Water Break! *bows* We're all done with the show. Last you'll ever hear of us. Sports talk is rarer in this one- we do debate some broad stuff like tanking, advanced stats, the Mariners, and the US Men's National team. Really, this one's more personal, as we look at…

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  2. ONE LAST FRIDAY - The Water Break Season 4 Episode 27

    Our last Friday show! We talk Abraham Toro, the 2022 and 2026 World Cups, our favorite sports creators (who you should all check out), Russ's performance in Denver's practices, Jayson Tatum's start in the NBA finals, whether people are relievers or rockstars, and much, much more

  3. "No, Guys, This Year Is Different, I Promise" - The Water Break S4E26

    Which teams do you believe in every year only to be let down again and again? Listen to hear some of ours. Also included is a recap of a great day in the NHL playoffs, the recent trends of the Mariners, MI GLAX's push for a second consecutive state title, and a game of Rock Star or Relief Pitcher.

  4. what. - The Water Break S4E25

    We play Twenty Questions and update you on the playoffs. We also look at the MLB's low attendance numbers and the potential future of the Oakland A's. Happy Friday the 13th!

  5. THIS IS (STILL) JEOPARDY - The Water Break S4E24

    The Water Break preview how the Kraken could address the goalie position as well as bringing in a guest to play Jeopardy! We also bring updates on Brian Flores' discrimination suit against the NFL and some big-name coaches who joined him in the fight, a recap of MLB's Opening Day, and much more.

  6. THIS IS JEOPARDY - The Water Break S4E23

    The Water Break plus guests Harry and Andrew, who you might have heard calling sports or on their show Bubby Brister's Brunch Buddies, talk about the upcoming baseball broadcast versus Bellevue, this weekend's Final Four, their predictions for picks to click on the 2022 Mariners, and play a game…

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  7. The Seattle Mariners For Dummies- The Water Break S4E22

    The Water Break add a guest to the already-full cast for this breakdown of where the Seattle Mariners could go in 2022. The show also breaks down the real meaning of some big pieces of front-page news like Colin Kaepernick's annual reentry to the news cycle, Julio Rodriguez's spring push to make...

  8. It's March and We're Mad - The Water Break S4E21

    Taking on a new time slot, The Water Break have tons to talk about. From March Madness to NFL free agency to updates on the Mariners, we've got it all. For everything you might've missed, The Water Break has you covered

  9. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Drew Lock - The Water Break S4E20

    The whole cast of The Water Break are here to analyze the trade that shook Seattle and predict what a post-Russ 'Hawks team might look like, as well as update you on MLB free agency (!), who else the Kraken might extend now that McCann is locked up, and play some entertaining guessing games to…

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  10. Tom Brady By the Numbers - The Water Break S4E19

    The Water Break is back in action with a game of Higher/Lower and debates about improving women's sports at the high school level as well as improving sports video games, as well as an update on the Kraken's trip east, the ongoing MLB lockout, and why Seahawks fans should care about the USFL,...

  11. Oddly Specific Super Bowl Picks and Our Ultimate Boyband - The Water Break S4E18

    The Water Break update you on the NBA trades, MLB lockout, and Seattle Kraken loss in Arizona. We also pick specific aspects of the Super Bowl, talk about the importance of special teams, look at how some players might be deployed on game day, compare one of Sunday's competitors to the early '00s...

  12. How We Would Make All-Star Games Truly Stellar Again - The Water Break S4 E17

    The Water Break get right back to it with a couple of games of competitive 20 Questions, update you on the MLB lockout and All Star games in the NFL and NHL as well as how we'd make those events actually worth watching. Stick around until the end for our Super Bowl previews and picks!

  13. On Gold Jackets - The Water Break S4 E16

    We talk about the Kraken's upset win over Pittsburgh last night in overtime, the chances that some of the current bubble players have at maybe getting gold jackets, and our picks and predictions for Championship Sunday. We also play some difficult games.

  14. Let's Add Some More To The Mix - The Water Break S4E15

    A shorthanded Water Break crew claim our teams for the NFL Playoffs. We also look to the possibility of an expanded NFL and how division alignments could work, as well as refuting some commonly thrown-around solutions. Where would you put a new NFL team? DM @kmih_thewaterbreak on Instagram your...

  15. We're Back (Not In A Cam Newton Way) - The Water Break S4 E14

    We return for the New Year's first show to break in a new guessing game and talk about the build of our dream wide receiver. Also discussed is the Bulls, the Kraken's slide, which NFL records could be broken this Sunday, and much more.

  16. NFL craziness, the best sports movies, and our favorite rivals (We mention Super Bowl 49) - The Water Break S4E13

    The Water Break keep it rolling before heading home for the holidays with updates on the MLB lockout, NFL's postponed games, the Vancouver Canucks' turnaround, and the best NFL team in the last twenty years. We also discuss the best sports movies, likable players on rival teams, our favorite…

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  17. Youth of the Nation - The Water Break S4 E12

    After reporting on Steph Curry's knocking on the door of a new three-point record, The Water Break try out a new Q&A format to bring you analysis of the MLB lockout and a number of paths for young hockey players to get to the NHL. Also discussed is the tragic death of Demaryius Thomas, who would...

  18. Kobe's Crown Jewel - The Water Break S4E11

    The Water Break return with a new episode where we discuss a fix for NCAA College Football's imperfect playoff system, one of Kobe's less-sung achievements, the NFL Defensive Player of the Year race, things that might be changing following the MLB lockout, the Kraken's recent surge, the Cowboys'...

  19. The Water Break with Audrey - The Water Break S4E10

    The Water Break find themselves shorthanded once again and have Audrey on as a guest to talk the Angels' offseason action, the Mariners' odds of getting Bryan Reynolds, MLS soccer, Kraken hockey and the Senators' COVID response, Seattle's sport-watching habits, and the state of UW after firing...

  20. Local Politician, Tight End, or Rock Star - The Water Break S4E9

    The gang bring in station GM Gabe to discuss Thursday Night's upset and a road ahead for the Seahawks, as well as where Seahawks Nation should look for hope in the playoff chase. A new game also debuts and it's tons of fun for everyone! We also take a look at some of the safest quarterbacks over...

  21. High School Spotlight - The Water Break S4E8

    The Water Break invite a guest onto the show for a short episode to talk about High School football, play Higher-Lower trivia, and break down the NHL's big blockbuster trade as well as the Jets' efforts on Thursday Night.

  22. Quick Wins and Slow Losses - The Water Break S4E7

    The Water Break play trivia and talk about Thursday Night Football, the best walk-out songs, and their favorite rivalries

  23. A Road Forward - The Water Break S4 E6

    In another great Water Break, the gang play trivia, discuss a road ahead for a couple of below-.500 NFL teams, update you on the NBA and NHL openings, and discuss the potential future of Thursday Night Football.

  24. Beginnings and Endings - The Water Break S4 E5

    A full crew on The Water Break talk about the start of the NHL season and the dawn of the Seattle Kraken as well as the sun setting on the MLB's San Francisco Giants' 109-win effort at the hands of Dave Roberts' Dodgers. An oft-unlucky member of the show also finally sees the stars align for his...

  25. GUESTS GALORE - The Water Break S4 E4

    The Water Break keep things going with some guest appearances, in to bring you an exclusive look at the Mercer Island Islanders' week in sports as they took on Bellevue in multiple sports in the second week of that rivalry. They also play trivia and discuss the state of the Seahawks following all...

  26. IT'S SEAHAWKS- VIKINGS WEEK - The Water Break S4 E3

    We talk about the Seahawks-Vikings rivalry and the upcoming matchup, Thursday Night Football, the Mariners' recent trends in their playoff push, the first Kraken training camp, football stadiums, and much, much more.

  27. Knowledge Games, Thursday Night Football, A Mariners Update, and MI Football Analysis

    The gang get back into a groove with live knowledge games, a look at Mercer Island's high school football program and where they stand amid an avalanche of injuries, and a recap of the Mariners' successful summer that saw them claw their way to a record 10 games above .500. The Water Break is…

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  28. Welcome Back! - The Water Break S4E1

    Everyone minus Sai returns to airwaves for the 4th Season of the Water Break

  29. NBA PPG leaders, Climate Pledge Arena, and The Mariners' Road Forward - The Water Break S3E30

    The gang discuss the NBA's points per game leaders, the Kraken's fancy new home, the road ahead for the Seattle Mariners, the Avalanche and their playoff dominance, MLB's All Star Game ballot, wish a happy birthday to a show member, and much, much more.

  30. As the Crow Flies - The Water Break S3E29

    A shorthanded crew breaks down local sports news- things that happen within ten miles of the tower, as the crow flies. Seahawks updates, Kraken updates, Mariners progress, and more on The Water Break

  31. Trivia, Mound Heights, NHL playoffs - The Water Break S3E28

    We talk about pitcher's mound heights and distance from the plate for fifteen minutes, play a difficult round of trivia, and break down our NHL playoff predictions.

  32. Mariners' Debuts and Seahawks Schedule Release - The Water Break S3E27

    We talk about the Mariners' debuts and who could be next as well as going game by game for Seahawks record predictions.

  33. Goalie Pay Scale, First Round Misses, and Much, Much More - The Water Break S3E26

    The gang play trivia, talk about the Mariners and Angels' struggles, and remember some of Seattle's first round draft misses.

  34. All Time Win % Leaders, NFL Draft previews, and the Forgotten Beauty of YoMercer - The Water Break S3 E25

    The gang play trivia, look ahead to the 2021 NFL draft, discuss some surprises at the top and bottom of the NHL all time win percentage leaderboard, and wax rhapsodic about a long-forgotten Pacific Northwest gem

  35. The Gang Can't Guess This One Passer - The Water Break S3E24

    The gang bring back trivia and look at the impact of some under-the-radar signings of some NFC West teams

  36. Trivia Returns, Mariners Mailbag, and UCLA Basketball - The Water Break S3 E23

    Will hosts Trivia in it's return to the show as one member dominates the first round of questions since 2019. The gang also introduce the Mariners Mailbag, a segment where they read and answer the Mariners or MLB-related questions that listeners text in to the station. They also talk UCLA...

  37. Deshaun Watson, DeVonta Smith, and the Sabres' Skid - The Water Break S3E22

    The gang discuss Deshaun Watson, the San Fransisco 49ers' aggressive move up to Pick No. 3 of the 2021 draft, Seattle's defensive line musical chairs in free agency, the Pac-12's good fortune in March Madness, and the Buffalo Sabres' historic skid.

  38. P.J. Tucker, Ryan Fitzpatrick, and the St Louis Blues - The Water Break S3E21

    The gang lose a member of the show but use their existing squad to talk about P.J. Tucker's trip north ahead of the NBA trade deadline, a recap of the week's NFL free agent moves and non-moves, a look at the St Louis Blues' recent skid and reasons for optimism. Also discussed is the Jets' faith…

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  39. Mariners' Opening Day, Jordan Binnington's New Deal, and Ja'Marr Chase - The Water Break S3E20

    The gang talk about some draft fits for Ja'Marr Chase, the plan for the Seattle Mariners' opening day, the St Louis Blues' commitment to their No. 1 goalie, the path forward for JuJu Smith-Schuster, WHL hockey, high school football, and the one-year anniversary of Washington State locking down

  40. Everett Fitzhugh Interview

    Will asks about Everett's career in broadcasting as well as the future of new NHL franchise Seattle Kraken. Fitzhugh is the first African-American broadcaster in the NHL, and is a fantastic source of Kraken info and broadcasting knowledge. Check him out on instagram @thevoicefitz.

  41. NFC West Predictions - The Water Break S3 E19

    The gang discuss JJ Watt, the future of the NFC East, the Seattle Mariners, LaMelo Ball's contributions to the Charlotte Hornets, and the next steps for the Washington Football Team

  42. The Russ Watch, Part II - The Water Break S3 E18

    The gang are back!! We update you on the Russ Watch and talk about some of the greatest defensive players of all time. Also discussed is the Panthers run to the top of the NHL rankings, a few Steelers playoff moments, and Jarred Kelenic's beef with the Seattle Mariners

  43. Where Could Russ Go? - The Water Break S3 E17

    The gang try and puzzle out if the Seahawks will move QB Russell Wilson and where he could possibly go if he is moved. Also discussed is the Canuck's collapse and a possible solution for the New England Patriots' QB problem

  44. Matthew Stafford, LeBron James, and Bruce Arians - The Water Break S3 E16

    The Water Break predict the Super Bowl outcome, next season's NFC West standings, and talk briefly about Courtside Karen, plus much more.

  45. Bruce Arians, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and the Vancouver Canucks - The Water Break S3E15

    One week before the Super Bowl, The Water Break assess this game's impact on the NFL's GOAT conversation, Bruce Arians' status as an elite head coach, the history of some of baseball's cheating scandals, and updates from the NHL.

  46. Patrick Mahomes, Hank Aaron, and Josh Allen - The Water Break S3E14

    The gang give you a look back at Hank Aaron's baseball career and a look ahead to the NFL's Championship Sunday as well as NHL updates, plus a take on Patrick Mahomes' speedrun of the NFL's concussion protocol

  47. Aaron Donald, Davante Adams, and Chris Carson - The Water Break S3E13

    The gang talk early Seahawks OC and free agency plans, plus a look ahead at some of the Divisional Round games

  48. Russell Wilson, Mitch Trubisky, and Nickelodeon: The Water Break S3 E12

    The gang break down what'll happen on Wild Card Weekend, the NFL's attempt to gain young fans, and the hockey World Juniors.

  49. Dwayne Haskins, Kenyan Middleton, and Mitch Trubisky - The Water Break S3E11

    The Water Break give you news on the Hockey World Juniors League, the Seahawks' upcoming duel with the Washington Football Team, and the Mariners' splurge for bullpen help

  50. Kirk Cousins, Wayne Gallman, and Aaron Rodgers - The Water Break S3 E10

    The Water Break try their hand at predicting the playoff picture in the NFC and AFC as well as briefly discussing the possibility of an NHL season as soon as January

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The Water Break delivers and comments on the latest news in a large variety of sports, including football, hockey, baseball, basketball, and soccer. Our award-winning show is the place to go for analysis on what the headlines really mean. Tune in to 88.9 The Bridge or use the KMIH website (889thebridge.org) or mobile app on Fridays at 3:00 PM to listen to in-depth analysis of everything sports, interact with us live, and hear more takes on all of the sports world's front-page news

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