Salk: Seattle Mariners’ new identity is resilient and relentless
The Seattle Mariners are succeeding because of two qualities that often describe teams that see high levels of success, writes Mike Salk.8 months ago
Salk: The Seattle Kraken coach search has run into problems
The Seattle Kraken didn't land their reported top choice, and the difficulty they face in hiring a new coach is being apparent.8 months ago
Salk: If MLB offense is evolving, Mariners are on cutting edge
It's been a while since baseball has undergone an offensive revolution, but the Seattle Mariners' style may be signaling one coming to MLB.8 months ago
Salk: Why QB Jalen Milroe could be biggest draft pick for Seahawks’ future
The Seattle Seahawks aren't exactly remaking 2012, but with QB Jalen Milore as their third-round draft pick, it does look a bit like their version of a Hollywood reboot.9 months ago
Salk: The 3 acceptable scenarios where Seahawks don’t draft OL at 18
The Seattle Seahawks' biggest need is on the offensive line, and if they don't draft one at No. 18, Mike Salk says there are only a few acceptable scenarios.9 months ago
Salk: Why is Jorge Polanco hitting so much better this year?
Jorge Polanco struggled after coming to the Seattle Mariners in 2024, but he's been their best hitter early this season. Mike Salk looks into potential reasons.9 months ago
Salk: Will first series win set Mariners off in right direction?
The Seattle Mariners got the big hits they've been needing to come back and beat the Astros on Wednesday. But does it change what we've seen so far?9 months ago
Salk: What the Seahawks should be drafting for this year
Draft for need or draft the best available player is usually the debate, but Mike Salk says for the Seattle Seahawks, the focus should be impact.9 months ago
Salk: The big Mariners questions on opening day
There are a lot of ifs for the Seattle Mariners this season, but it's a year that will confirm the direction the team is headed.10 months ago
Salk: Why the Seahawks have made a bet they can’t lose
Mike Salk writes that there are three ways next season can play out for the Seattle Seahawks, and none of them are particularly bad.10 months ago
Salk: Why Seahawks may get better without rebuilding
The Seattle Seahawks are not rebuilding. That has become crystal clear in the days following their roster shakeup kicked off by two big trades.10 months ago
Salk: There’s a lot to unpack with Seahawks and DK
DK Metcalf reportedly wants a trade from the Seattle Seahawks. Mike Salk looks at the questions this creates -- and answers.10 months ago
Salk’s Takeaways: How Mariners look after a week in Arizona
After spending a week at Seattle Mariners spring training, Mike Salk revisits the six questions he had beforehand to see how the M's answered them.10 months ago
Salk: 6 things I’m watching at Mariners spring training
With Brock and Salk at Seattle Mariners spring training this week, Mike Salk details the storylines he's following closely.11 months ago
Salk: 5 questions about the Mariners’ elite 5-man rotation
The Seattle Mariners have perhaps the best collection of five starting pitchers in MLB, and Mike Salk has just that many questions about them for 2025.11 months ago
Salk: Are the M’s better? 5 things you have to buy into to say yes
The Seattle Mariners appear to be done with offseason moves. Will they improve in 2025? Mike Salk details five things that will decide that.11 months ago
Salk: Why Seattle is still rooting for Pete Carroll
Mike Salk explains what makes former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll a sports figure the city can still root for.12 months ago
Salk: How Mariners can realistically finish their roster this offseason
Mike Salk poses why the Seattle Mariners have been so quiet this offseason and shares his plan to complete their roster before spring training.12 months ago
Salk: Why I’ve grown a new appreciation for hockey as a parent
Mike Salk describes how watching his daughter play hockey has helped him appreciate the sport in a different way.12 months ago
Salk: What will decide if Geno Smith returns with Seahawks in ’25
If Geno Smith isn't back as Seattle Seahawks QB in 2025, Mike Salks says there will be four major contributing factors.1 year ago
Salk: To be successful this offseason, Mariners’ need to pivot
The Seattle Mariners' "DDT" philosophy is a method that guides the organization, but it's not the right method for this particular offseason.1 year ago
Salk: The 3 Mariners to watch as surprise trade candidates
Every year, we see a surprise or two around MLB's winter meetings, and Mike Salk sees three Seattle Mariners players who could be dealt in that kind of move.1 year ago
Salk: No thanks on a Mariners trade for 3B Alec Bohm
Mike Salk explains why he's against the idea of the Seattle Mariners trading for Phillies All-Star Alec Bohm, and shares some alternatives he'd rather see.1 year ago
