Shannon Drayer
Shannon Drayer is the Mariners Insider for 710 ESPN Seattle and 710Sports.com. She hosts the Mariners pregame and postgame, Hot Stove and Cactus League Report shows on 710 ESPN Seattle, and an offseason podcast on 710Sports.com. A University of Washington graduate, she joined 710 ESPN Seattle for the station's launch in 2009 and has covered the Mariners since 1999. Follow Shannon: @shannondrayer
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Drayer: Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto encouraged by 2020 results, optimistic about their opportunity in 2021
On the final Jerry Dipoto Show of the season, the Mariners GM spoke at length at what his team has proven this year and the potential of contending for the playoffs in 2021.Comments -
Drayer: Mariners have a plan for prospects with no Arizona Fall League
Baseball America broke the news that the Arizona Fall League won't take place this year. Shannon Drayer caught up with Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto to get details on Seattle's plan. -
Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto puts speculation about Jarred Kelenic, Logan Gilbert to rest
On Thursday's Jerry Dipoto Show on 710 ESPN Seattle, the Mariners GM dispelled any notion that the M's would call up one of their top prospects before the end of the season. -
Drayer: Mariners broadcasters break down which MLB changes should stay and which should go
From the universal DH and three-batter minimum to expanded playoffs and seven-inning doubleheaders, MLB has incorporated a lot of change in 2020. Mariners broadcasters discussed what they like and don't like on a recent roundtable segment. -
Drayer: How Strange-Gordon played a role in Moore’s improvement for Mariners
Dylan Moore's emergence at the plate has been a bright spot for the Mariners, and according to Moore, teammate Dee Strange-Gordon is a big reason why. -
Drayer: Dare to dream? A look at what stands between Mariners and playoffs
The Mariners' six-game winning streak has thrust them into the playoff race, but just how realistic is their chase? Shannon Drayer looks at what lies ahead. -
Drayer: M’s trade deadline activity shines light on rebuild progress
The Mariners' moves in the past few days revealed insight on how Jerry Dipoto keeps tabs on certain prospects and is making sure Seattle keeps "waves of talent" coming. -
Drayer’s trade breakdown: Hard to see deal with Padres hurting Mariners
With the Mariners looking to continue to add young talent and the Padres in win-now mode, the two top three-ranked farm systems were a good match. -
Mariners’ Dee Gordon’s message: ‘We are tired,’ but the fight will continue
Dee Gordon, one of seven Black players on the Mariners' active roster, spoke about the steps needed to create change and move towards equality. -
Drayer: Mariners players use their platform, explain decision to not play
Mariners insider Shannon Drayer provides a closer look at why Seattle's players voted unanimously to not play Wednesday night against the Padres. -
Drayer: How Mariners, MLB have been able to stay on the field under extraordinary conditions
The baseball season has weathered bumps to make it through a month. Mariners insider Shannon Drayer breaks down why things have worked and the sacrifices that have been necessary to keep things on track. -
Drayer: Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto discusses trade deadline, Kyle Seager, Daniel Vogelbach and more
Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto spoke at length about the upcoming MLB trade deadline, how Kyle Seager fits into the team's future plans and more with 710 ESPN Seattle's Danny and Gallant on Thursday. -
Mariners’ Dee Gordon has an idea to grow MLB — an all-Black WBC team
As MLB celebrates the centennial of the founding of the Negro Leagues, the Mariners' Dee Gordon has an idea to both raise awareness of the history of the Negro Leagues and grow the game. -
Drayer: Top prospects help carry Mariners to impressive farm system ranking
The rebuild seems to be working for the Mariners, who have Baseball America's No. 3 farm system. Shannon Drayer takes a closer look at the prospects. -
Drayer’s Mariners Check-In: Observations on Seattle’s youth movement, pitching and plan
The Mariners will hit the quarter mark of the season Friday. What stands out about baseball's youngest team? Shannon Drayer shares her observations and explains why it's so far, so good despite a 5-9 record.
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