Seattle Sports Host Emeritus

Dave Grosby

Dave Grosby, a nearly 40-year veteran of broadcasting, is host emeritus of Seattle Sports. Best known as "The Groz," he previously co-hosted the show Bob, Groz and Tom. The Seattle sports media legend has also served as play-by-play announcer for Seattle University basketball. Follow Groz: @Thegroz

SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 25, 2021
Groz Remembers the 2001 Mariners: Solid and steady David Bell

David Bell turned out to be the answer the Mariners were looking for at third base in time for their historic 2001 season.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 18, 2021
Groz Remembers ’01 Mariners: Mike Cameron pulls off the impossible

Mike Cameron had the unenviable task of replacing Ken Griffey Jr. as the Mariners' center fielder, yet he became a fan favorite in Seattle.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 11, 2021
Groz Remembers the 2001 Mariners: Kazuhiro Sasaki, man of mystery

Kazuhiro Sasaki arrived in 2000 to fix the Mariners bullpen, but despite tremendous success, he was a mysterious character who left as abruptly as he arrived.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 4, 2021
Groz Remembers the 2001 Mariners: The infamous Cleveland comeback

The oddest game of the Mariners' 116-win season was the night Cleveland pulled off the first 12-run comeback in 76 years.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 28, 2021
Groz Remembers 2001 Mariners: When Ichiro became Ichiro

Ichiro was tough to figure out when he first signed with the Mariners. By the end of July 2001, however, it was clear a new era in Seattle had begun.
UNCATEGORIZED | Jul 21, 2021
Groz: Seattle Kraken make their style of play clear in expansion draft

The Groz breaks down what we learned from the Seattle Kraken's expansion draft picks plus shares an insider's perspective on how the Kraken draft compares to the Las Vegas Golden Knights'.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 21, 2021
Groz remembers the 2001 Mariners: The curious case of Al Martin

Every good story has to have a little bit of everything, and the 2001 Mariners season certainly did with the inclusion of outfielder AL Martin.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 14, 2021
Groz on ’01 Mariners: Freddy García replaces the ace he was traded for

When the Mariners traded Randy Johnson, Freddy García was part of the package they got in return from Houston. In 2001, that paid dividends.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 7, 2021
Groz Remembers ’01 Mariners: Kaz Sasaki and Seattle’s incredible bullpen

The Groz looks back at one of the better showings of the 2001 Mariners bullpen, a fantastic outfit led by closer Kazuhiro Sasaki.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 30, 2021
Groz Remembers ’01 Mariners: Seattle hosts an All-Star Game for the ages

Seattle was the center of the baseball world when the record-setting 2001 Mariners hosted a memorable 2001 All-Star Game at Safeco Field.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 23, 2021
Groz Remembers 2001 Mariners: The bounceback year of M’s Hall of Famer Dan Wilson

Legendary skipper Lou Piniella got the Mariners to trade for Dan Wilson in 1993, a move that continued to pay off during the record-breaking 2001 season.
UNCATEGORIZED | Jun 18, 2021
Groz: Why the 1st Seattle Kraken coach should be the fiery John Tortorella

John Tortorella has a history of winning -- and run-ins with players, other coaches and even the media. The Groz explains why he thinks Tortorella would be a good fit for the Seattle Kraken.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 16, 2021
Groz Remembers 2001 Mariners: Mark McLemore, the all-important 10th man

Mark McLemore was too good to not have a starting spot on the 2001 Mariners, so Lou Piniella found him one as Seattle's utility player.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 9, 2021
Groz Remembers 2001 Mariners: Tom Lampkin, the Kingdome clubhouse boy who joined his hometown team

Tom Lampkin may have had the best story of any player on the 2001 Mariners as a Seattle kid who actually worked at the Kingdome.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 2, 2021
Groz Remembers 2001 Mariners: Edgar Martinez cements his legacy

The Mariners' 2001 season was the last great year in the Hall of Fame career of Edgar Martinez, one of the greatest Mariners ever.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 26, 2021
Groz Remembers 2001 Mariners: Aaron Sele, the pitcher who ‘fell from the sky’

Aaron Sele almost went to the Orioles, but their decision to renege on a deal with the star pitcher turned into the 2001 Mariners' good fortune.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 19, 2021
Groz Remembers: Bret Boone gave 2001 Mariners a huge, surprising boost

The 2001 Mariners wouldn't have done what they did without Bret Boone, who exploded offensively after joining the team just to compete at second base.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 12, 2021
Groz Remembers: The forgotten hero of the historic 2001 Mariners

It's been 20 years since the Mariners set a record for wins. The Groz looks back at the surprisingly great year Seattle got from Paul Abbott.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 5, 2021
Groz Remembers: Celebrating the 2001 Mariners, 20 years later

It's been 20 years since the Mariners surprised the baseball world with a record-setting season. The Groz kicks off his look back.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Mar 30, 2021
Groz: Why this is the most important Mariners season of the last decade

The Mariners' postseason drought could reach 20 straight seasons this year. The Groz explains why it's crucial for Seattle to have a magical baseball summer.
SEATTLE SPORTS PIT | Mar 22, 2021
Groz: A look at what made the late Elgin Baylor Seattle basketball royalty

Before Elgin Baylor went on to a Hall of Fame NBA career with the Lakers, he put Seattle basketball on the map with two dominant seasons at Seattle U.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Feb 24, 2021
Groz: Mariners’ next move should be getting Theo Epstein as team president

Not only should the Mariners go after Theo Epstein to be their next team president, writes The Groz, but there's a way to make it happen.
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | Feb 10, 2021
Groz: Seahawks’ offseason frustration a telltale sign the end is beginning

The Groz always says not to get tired of winning because bad things happen when you do. He sees it happening now to Russell Wilson and the Seahawks.
SEATTLE SPORTS PIT | Feb 2, 2021
Groz: How Seahawks, Sonics and Mariners responded to their most high-profile losses

With the Seahawks' Super Bowl XLIX loss back in the minds of fans this week, The Groz looks at how Seattle's other teams responded to similar defeats.