When the Seattle Mariners announced the signing of veteran hitter Rob Refsnyder to a one-year, $6.5 million contract, there was some consternation among the fan base (like always) about his fit or need on the Mariners’ 26-man roster.Of course, many fans were awaiting some movement on potential trades for Cardinals infielder Brendan Donovan or Diamondbacks slugger Ketel Marte. … [Read more...] about Analysis: Mariners’ Rob Refsnyder signing makes them a better team
Seahawks TE Eric Saubert traveled long way to become overtime hero
RENTON, Wash. — Along with winning four letters for football at Drake University, Seattle Seahawks tight end Eric Saubert earned a degree in actuarial sciences.What can one do with an actuarial sciences degree?As Drake’s website defines it, the degree would allow someone a career assessing “how much should a company charge an individual for car insurance? How much should a … [Read more...] about Seahawks TE Eric Saubert traveled long way to become overtime hero
Notebook: Seahawks’ Josh Jones likely to start again at left tackle vs. Carolina
RENTON — For the most part, Josh Jones was invisible.And for the Seahawks, that was a very good thing.“Been a while for me starting, so that was fun, too. Going out there, playing with my brothers — it was fantastic, man,” Jones said. “And we got the win. That was the most important thing.”With Charles Cross dealing with a hamstring injury, Jones made his first start in a … [Read more...] about Notebook: Seahawks’ Josh Jones likely to start again at left tackle vs. Carolina
Commentary: Seahawks made right call choosing John Schneider over Pete Carroll
This column would be coming regardless of the swing DK Metcalf took at a Lions fan Sunday. The former Seahawks receiver’s altercation – which led to a suspension – is not the linchpin in this argument.But that incident with a blue-wigged spectator in Detroit does highlight what’s become undeniably true: Every week that passes, the Seahawks’ front office looks better.Better … [Read more...] about Commentary: Seahawks made right call choosing John Schneider over Pete Carroll
Analysis: 3 lingering questions for Seahawks after win vs. Rams
The heads of Seattle Seahawks fans might still be spinning from the myriad twists and turns of Thursday night’s 38-37 overtime win against the Rams at Lumen Field.Not that anyone’s complaining. The best parties often take a while from which to recover.But as the celebration begins to quiet, we’re left with three lingering questions from Thursday night.Is there still any reason … [Read more...] about Analysis: 3 lingering questions for Seahawks after win vs. Rams