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Episode 72: The Gang Talks ZIPS…and The Mariners Heat Up For Spring

2023-01-3001:04:23

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Anders and Evan are back with a new episode focusing on the ZIPS projections that are out in the wild. Who got snub? Who is overrated? Who’s primed for a breakout? We discuss all the details. Furthermore, podcast host Michael Ajeto is a finalist for the SABR analytics contemporary analysis award for his article on seam shifted wake. On this episode Mikey demystifies this phenomenon and shows us all a new way to think about it. Lastly the gang assess the final additions to the Mariners roster: Tommy La Stella and J.B. Bukauskas. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kVBPT5Ar PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 71: The Gang Digs Prospects With Baseball America’s Geoff Pontes…and The Mariners Get Ranked

2023-01-2351:38

The Gang Talks Top Prospects With Baseball America’s Geoff Pontes…and The Mariners Get Ranked Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Anders and Evan are back to business with special guest start, Baseball America’s Geoff Pontes is here to answer questions about the fabled BA prospect rankings and where the Mariners prospects land. We chat Harry Ford, Bryce Miller, Cole Young, Emerson Hancock and more! Geoff shares his insights on how the Mariners compare to the rest of the league developmentally and even shares a few surprises. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/R4EPkrNt PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad https://twitter.com/GeoffPontesBA YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 69: The Gang Gets Snowed In…and the Mariners Stay Frozen

2022-12-2401:14:44

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey and Evan are back, while Ders is on the IL with a cold, get well soon! First off the gang addresses the news around MLB with much to say on Carlos Correa and the recent Ryan Divish quotes regarding the Mariners. Next the gang takes listener question on the starting potential of Matt Brash, potential free agent bats and late additions to the roster. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/J3CdgrHe PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 68: The Gang Envies the East…and the Mariners Stick to the Script

2022-12-1201:09:33

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey and Andersare back for all the tasty rumors cooking on the hot stove. It’s been q quiet week across the board for the Mariners, but the league has been flush with activity as big names continue to sign. Mikey and Ders talk the latest signing, Kodai Senga to the Mets on a five year deal. The crew looks back a bit to the Turner and Judge deals that have set a rich free agent market, one the Mitch Haniger capitalized on with a 3 year deal of his own in San Francisco. Lastly the gang answers listener question from the discord on the topic of young Mariners pitching. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/BxAJcJMG PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 67: The Gang Reunites With Jordan Shusterman...and The Mariners Trade For Kolten Wong

2022-12-0454:21

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey and Anders are joined by half of Cespedes BBQ and friend of the pod Jordan Shusterman to talk about the big trade. After what seems like years of rumors, Kolten Wong is finally a Mariner for the price of elder prospect Abe Toro and embattled outfielder Jesse Winker. The hot stove keeps cooking as news broke today Bryan Reynolds has requested a trade out of Pittsburg. Jerry has long coveted Reynolds; could the Mariners swing a trade with the Pirates? Does the team even have the pieces to make such a deal? What does all of this mean for the DH spot? Do all roads lead to Kodai Senga in Seattle? The gang has all these answers and more. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/BwTwFF9e PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad https://twitter.com/j_shusterman_ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 66: The Gang Brings The Heat...and The Mariners Stay Hummel

2022-11-2101:03:53

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Evan and Andersare here to mourn the loss of Kyle Lewis and welcome newest Mariner Cooper Hummel into the fold. Where will he play? Does this mean the end of Luis Torrens? What about Tom Murphy? The gang has your answers as the hot stove begins to heat up. The gang takes listener questions from the Discord and welcome in our surge of new members escaping the meltdown on twitter. Lastly the gang looks at the DH spot and tries to find a fit on the current roster. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/66bgQuxG PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 65: The Gang Turns Up The Hot Stove...and The Mariners Make A Move

2022-11-1845:15

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey and Anders are here to react to the Mariners newest player acquisition. Jerry struck an early trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for Teoscar Hernándezin exchange for Erik Swanson and Adam Macko. Mikey dives deep on Swanson, highlighting his recent article on Baseball Prospectus. Anders looks at further options for filling out the roster after this first big splash. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/66bgQuxG PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 70: The Gang Talks Pollock With Bee Everfolly...and The Mariners Wrap Up The Roster

2023-01-0901:02:58

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey and Anders are back with special guest and Lookout Landing writer Bee Everfolly. The gang talks about the newest Mariners outfielder AJ Pollock and relief pitcher Justin Topa, dig into listener questions and make some spicy predictions for 2023 courtesy of the discord. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/Xd2a2UsY PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad https://twitter.com/everfolly YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 64: The Gang Falls Back...and the Mariners Move Forward

2022-11-1401:02:04

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Evan and Anders are looking forward to the Mariners pivotal 2023 season with the World Series locked in our sights. There are big names to discuss on the free agent market, but the gang surmises that perhaps better deals to be found are on the trade market. Jerry is currently at the GM meetings where the hot stove is just starting to heat up, but we already have some rumors (Flexen) and moves (McGee, Speier) to analyze. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/66bgQuxG PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle Special shoutout to our newest patron: Jon! TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 63: The Gang Looks Back...and The Mariners Move Forward

2022-10-2851:07

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Evan and Anders are back to reminisce on the good times that were the 2022 season. Mikey recounts his 18 inning journey across the historic home playoff game against the Houston Astros. Mikey dissects the repertoire of newest Mariner Luke Weaver and sees a 5th starter, while the gang collectively tries to find his best fit on the 25 man roster. Next the gang heads to the fringe to assess the Mariners on the edge of the roster and confirm their place going forward. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/fHPgYWgj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 62: The Gang Goes to the Playoffs...and the Mariners Come Home to Seattle

2022-10-1601:05:30

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Evan and Anders are back to the business of Mariners baseball, for this afternoon the team faces a do or die game against the Houston Astros. Down 0-2 at the time of recording, the team faces long odds to proceed, but there remains much to celebrate no matter the outcome. The Mariners will finish either way having broken the playoff drought and swept a series against the Toronto Blue Jays, a worthy opponent. There are nits to be picked in regards to bullpen usage and some possible matchups we will wonder about forever, but all in all there is a sense of pride that the team is here to play in front of the Seattle crowd. Go Mariners! DISCORD: https://discord.gg/b9sbEXj2 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 61: The Gang Gets Healthy...and The Mariners Get Banged Up

2022-09-1901:08:37

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Evan and Anders are back to basics as the Mariners ride into the homestretch. First the gang diagnoses the variety of injuries ailing the starting core. Next the gang takes listener questions on how the playoff roster and rotation might be organized in light of these injuries and roster moves. The gang looks at Julio’s rookie of the year campaign and acknowledges the tremendous, overwhelming success it has been. Lastly the gang initiates the weekly prospect segment, where they discuss Cade Marlow, Bryce Miller and Harry Ford. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/aewZ6taK PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 60: The Gang Anoints An Ace...and the Mariners Soar

2022-09-1257:41

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Evan and Anders are back to answer listener questions on the big new rule changes and how they might affect the Mariners. First off the gang digs deep into the Mariners two young, star pitchers: George Kirby and Logan Gilbert. Both have had encouraging starts as of late, but they are trending very differently despite similar effective results. What do we make of it all and whom do we believe in? We have the answers. Next the gang looks at the new ruleset that might be going into practice which includes the pitch clock, some moderate restrictions on the shift, bigger bases and the minor league players union being newly represented by the MLBPA. How will all of this work out? That remains to be seen, but the gang has some unique insights on how this might affect the Mariners and the league at large. Lastly the gang look at Julio’s declining stolen bases and Mitch Haniger’s late season swoon. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/aF5pFG4v PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad https://twitter.com/tangible_uno YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 59: The Gang Meets Pat Ellington Jr...and The Mariners Keep Rolling

2022-09-0501:20:37

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey and Anders are joined by MLB writer and special guest Pat Ellington Jr. Pat provides his unique perspective on writing about baseball and the proud history of black ballplayers in Cleveland. Anders notes that the Guardians have the youngest roster in the league, even younger than the Mariners and Pat detail on some of their young prospects on the rise. Pat brings a fresh position on what it looks like the Mariners are building from the outside and how impressive the pitching development is in particular. Mikey is surprised to learn that the Guardians have merely 2 players over age 30, giving Cleveland tremendous upside for the future. Anders recounts meeting Steven Kwan and admires his humility on and off the field. Mikey and Pat discuss some of the challenges of navigating the racial barriers getting to and staying in the major leagues. Lastly, Anders and Mikey respond to all the pressing listener questions from the Discord channel, so be sure to join up with the link below and submit your question! Thank you for being a listener! DISCORD: https://discord.gg/aF5pFG4v PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad https://twitter.com/tangible_uno YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 58: The Gang Has A New King...and The Mariners Have A Cornerstone

2022-08-2857:51

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang Mikey, Anders and Evan are back to business! The big news of the week is of course the massive new contract for Julio Rodriguez that ensures he will be a Mariner for years to come. The biggest deal since Cano signed in Seattle, Julio is cemented as the cornerstone of the franchise moving forward. The gang also takes a hard look at Logan Gilbert, trying to make sense of his up and now trending down season. Mikey dishes on the bullpen and ranks his level of faith in our all-around stellar group of relief arms. Anders and Mikey assess Chris Flexen in the pen and wonder if he should be taking Marco’s spot. Lastly, the gang looks at a pair of arms on different trajectories: Matt Brash and Penn Murfee. There were also some technical difficulties this week so the pod is a bit stitched together, thank you for bearing with us. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/NArw7aHc PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 56: The Gang Brews Banter with Eno Sarris….and The Seattle Mariners Stay Winning

2022-08-1201:21:24

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week the gang @evanjamesaudio @andersjorstad and @_kuyamikey are joined by Beergraphs founder and baseball writer for the Athletic, the one and only Mr. Eno Sarris. The discussion kicks off with a listener question wondering just what is it that makes Penn Murfee special? Did the Mariners uncover a gem in Matt Boyd? How dominant is Luis Castillo and what might an extension look like? What does the future hold for Robbie Ray? Has Jarred Kelenic made sustainable improvements? Will the 2022 Mariners see playoff success? The only way to get the full scoop is to listen! DISCORD: https://discord.gg/gn9Srmav PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCCuRrI_LzysoN7erDCcdiQ/featured

Episode 54: The Gang Cheers A Big Trade...and Luis Castillo Joins The Mariners

2022-07-3101:07:26

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! This week The Gang @andersjorstad @_kuyamikey team up as @evanjamesaudio is away. The big news in the baseball world is obviously that Jerry Dipoto swooped up an ace at the deadline, igniting the hot stove in dazzling fashion. Castillo is a big get for the Mariners, allegedly outbidding their competition both in the west (Texas Rangers) and the American League at large (New York Yankees). Mikey previews his article for Baseball Prospectus on 2022 success story George Kirby and the changes he has made that just might make him even more similar to the newest Mariner All Star import. Discord: https://discord.gg/MZABYJpA Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad

Episode 53: The Gang Chats With Baseball America's Geoff Pontes...and the 2022 Mariners Legend Grows

2022-07-2301:04:22

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! The break is over and the gang, like the Mariners, are back to business. The second half looms large with big series against the AL west rival Houston Astros up first followed by the Texas Rangers and the juggernaut New York Yankees just on the horizon. Ders is busy today, so the gang (Mikey & Evan) are joined by Geoff Ponce, prospect writer for Baseball America to dig into the hottest 2022 MLB Draft Mariners selections. We talk Cole Young, Tyler Locklear, Walter Ford, Ashton Izzi and more. Geoff takes a long look at Jarred Kelenic and what might be holding him back from taking off. Lastly the gang looks at Soto and Corbin, and whether or not there could be a trade fit in Seattle. Discord: https://discord.gg/kMEZFeSh Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle https://twitter.com/EvanJamesAudio https://twitter.com/_kuyamikey https://twitter.com/AndersJorstad

Episode 51: The Gang Sees A Winner...and The Mariners Ascend

2022-07-1153:25

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! The gang is back in business to break down the Mariners electrified sprint back to .500 over the past week. Obviously the team has taken major steps in the right direction and with 6 games remaining before the break, all of which the Mariners are favored in, the gang wonders if the Mariners are primed to go nuclear. Mikey previews his article on Andres Muñoz which highlights some of the tweaks the team has made to harness his electric stuff and maximize effectiveness. Anders wonders what free agent Ohtani could look like in Seattle blue. The gang answers listener questions about potential extension candidates and trade targets for the coming deadline. Lastly, the gang tries to organize the roster and find roles for the injured starts on their way back from the injured list. Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/82ZxdGqX Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle

Episode 50: The Gang Battles In Seattle...and The Kids Can Play

2022-07-0201:07:58

Hello Seattle Mariners fans! After a brief summer hiatus the gang is back in the business of all things Mariners. First up, the gang recounts the Mariners brawl with the Angels, which led to suspensions for key players on both sides. Next Mikey digs into the newest incarnation of Robbie Ray and charts him a new path to success. The gang looks forward to the trade deadline and tries to patch some of the holes on the current roster. Mikey and Ders dive deep on the newest Mariner, Carlos Santana. The gang answers a grab bag os listener questions from the discord channel on Julio's Rookie of the Year chances, the minor league system and the surging prospects. Lastly, the gang recounts the various successes of the youngest Mariners, still getting their feet wet in 2022. Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/eaRtkHzp Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/neversunnyinseattle

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