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SeattleSports.com Staff

Naz Jones knows the pressure is on for Seahawks’ D-line

Second-year defensive tackle Naz Jones knows the pressure is on for the Seahawks' D-line this season -- but he's ready to embrace the challenge.
6 years ago
Ben Gamel was optioned to Triple-A Tacoma by the Mariners on Wednesday. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Stelton: With Mariners’ offense struggling, Ben Gamel’s demotion is puzzling

The Mariners needed to send down an outfielder after acquiring Cameron Maybin. But Ben Gamel? That particular move didn't make sense to Bob Stelton, who explains why in his latest video.
6 years ago
Mariners starting pitchers for the most part have struggled with Mike Zunino on the DL. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Stelton: The one return that will be key for the Mariners in second half

The Mariners struggled both on the mound and at the plate during their losing streak to end the first half of the season. When Mike Zunino returns from the DL, Bob Stelton expects him to make a big difference defensively.
6 years ago
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Tom Wassell

Wassell: How confident are we in each Seahawks position group?

Not long ago the Seahawks had the lague's deepest secondary and were in the conversation at other positions. After they were left out of an NFL.com article, Tom Wassell takes stock of his confidence in each of Seattle's position groups.
6 years ago
Mariners LHP Marco Gonzales will go into the All-Star break at 10-5 with a 3.41 ERA. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Stelton: Marco Gonzales solidifying Mariners’ rotation in rough stretch

Not only is Marco Gonzales solidifying the Mariners' rotation, but last year's trade with St. Louis to bring him to Seattle is rapidly rising up the list of Jerry Dipoto's best deals, says Bob Stelton.
6 years ago
Seahawks RG J.R. Sweezy (foot) is questionable for Saturday's game. (AP)...
SeattleSports.com Staff

Should the Seahawks bring back offensive lineman J.R. Sweezy?

J.R. Sweezy made his name with the Seahawks, and after being released by Tampa Bay, Seattle is reportedly considering bringing him back. Bob, Groz and Tom discussed whether that's a good idea.
6 years ago
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Bob Stelton

Stelton: Mariners building much-needed cushion for postseason race

With the Mariners on the verge of a sweep in Baltimore, coming after series losses in New York and Boston, Bob Stelton explains why it was big for the M's to take care of business against the Orioles.
6 years ago
Mariners LHP James Paxton held Baltimore to two runs over seven innings Tuesday. (AP)...
Brent Stecker

Is Mariners’ James Paxton an ‘ornery Canuck’? ‘I’m not that grumpy’

After throwing seven strong innings in a win Tuesday, Mariners ace James Paxton joined Bob, Groz and Tom and responded to being labeled an "ornery Canuck" by Seattle's coaching staff.
6 years ago
Wade LeBlanc's body language is "polar opposite" from last year, says Greg Amsinger. (AP)...
Brent Stecker

More confident Wade LeBlanc has been ‘a great find’ for Mariners

Wade LeBlanc is showing more aggressiveness and confidence with the Mariners this season than the MLB Network's Greg Amsinger saw when LeBlanc was with the Pirates last year.
6 years ago
The Mariners may need to add some relievers to take pressure off closer Edwin Díaz. (AP)...
Brent Stecker

MLB Network’s Amsinger: Mariners may target more relievers in trades

The Mariners have been rumored to be looking at starting pitchers as trade targets, but MLB Network's Greg Amsinger pointed out that they may be better off if they add to their bullpen.
6 years ago
Mariners right fielder Mitch Haniger is second in the American League in RBIs. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Stelton: Which Mariners should make the American League All-Star team?

With the MLB All-Star Game less than a month away and the Mariners owning the fourth-best record in baseball, Bob Stelton makes his picks for M's to play on the AL All-Star team.
6 years ago
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Stacy Rost

‘Next man up’: S Bradley McDougald ready to step up for Seahawks

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll stressed the importance of work and conditioning during the six-week break. It's advice safety Bradley McDougald is taking to heart.
6 years ago
The Mariners' Dee Gordon has moved from second base to center field and back. (AP)...
Tom Wassell

Wassell: What should Mariners do when Robinson Canó returns? Put Dee Gordon back in CF

The Mariners shouldn't worry too much about putting Dee Gordon back in center field for the final month and a half of the season when Robinson Canó returns, writes Tom Wassell.
6 years ago
Mariners second baseman Robinson Canó is suspended until mid-August. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Should the Mariners give Robinson Canó playing time when he returns?

If the Mariners are doing just fine without Robinson Canó, why play him at all when his suspension is over in mid-August? Bob Stelton of Bob, Groz and Tom tackles the question.
6 years ago
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Stacy Rost

Henderson: It appears Earl Thomas, Seahawks heading toward ‘stalemate’

A solution to the holdout for Earl Thomas and the Seahawks could be months away – and if history is any indication, Thomas and Seattle may not reach a resolution at all.
6 years ago
Comedian Bobby Lee sat down with Bob Stelton while in town for shows at Parlor Live....
SeattleSports.com Staff

Video: Comedian Bobby Lee joins Bob Stelton in the 710 ESPN Seattle lounge

Comedian and actor Bobby Lee of "MAD TV" and ABC's "Splitting Up Together" sat down with Bob Stelton in the 710 ESPN Seattle Lounge ahead of his weekend shows at Parlor Live in Bellevue.
6 years ago
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Stacy Rost

Seahawks’ practices bring a few new experiences for veteran WR Jaron Brown

Jaron Brown, one of the Seahawks' newest wide receivers, joined Bob, Groz and Tom on 710 ESPN Seattle to talk about the transition to a new team.
6 years ago
Mike Zunino's huge two-run homer pushed the Mariners' lead to 6-0 in the second inning. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

We can go ahead and appreciate what the first-place Mariners are doing

The AL West-leading Seattle Mariners have won 14 of their last 17, including a gigantic 7-1 victory Tuesday over the defending champion Astros. It's OK to celebrate the incredible run they're on, too, says Bob Stelton.
6 years ago
Jean Segura and the AL West-leading Mariners are set to face George Springer's Astros. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Are they for real? Mariners get a chance to prove it vs Astros

The Mariners lead the AL West, having overtaken the defending World Series champion Astros over the weekend. But now they have to prove they can hang in a two-game set in Houston.
6 years ago
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SeattleSports.com Staff

Shaquill Griffin: ‘I want to gain everybody’s trust so they can count on me’

Shaquill Griffin joined 710 ESPN's Bob, Groz, and Tom to discuss his brother Shaquem, next season, and taking on new responsibilities.
6 years ago
Tom Wassell found himself impressed with Doug Baldwin after interviewing him Wednesday. (AP)...
Tom Wassell

Wassell: Doug Baldwin’s voice is one worth listening to right now

Tom Wassell walked away from interviewing Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin on Bob, Groz and Tom trying to figure out what it was about Baldwin that impressed him so much.
6 years ago
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SeattleSports.com Staff

Doug Baldwin eager to see energy from Seahawks’ rookies

Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin is preparing to kick off another season in Seattle – his eigth in the pros – but for the first time in his career he'll do so without cornerback Richard Sherman.
6 years ago
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Stacy Rost

Doug Baldwin: new anthem policy highlights ‘tone-deafness’ between NFL and players

The NFL Wednesday announced a new league policy that would penalize players who kneel during the anthem, pushing instead that players who choose to protest remain in the locker room. The policy, proposed and passed by NFL owners, has received a considerable amount of criticism.
6 years ago
Mariners' James Paxton's complete game was his second career and second in three starts. (AP)...
Bob Stelton

Stelton: Why the Mariners are 8 games over .500 almost 2 months in

In 2017, the Mariners were six games under .500 through 47 games. This year at the same point, they're eight games over .500. Bob Stelton breaks down what he's seeing now from the M's.
6 years ago