Cooper Kupp is no DK … and that’s OK.Cut the comparisons.Of course, I understand the temptation, considering the circumstances. After DK Metcalf requested a trade and was subsequently shipped to Pittsburgh for a second-round pick, Kupp – who was recently released by the Los Angeles Rams – filled his roster spot. They were the latest dizzying moves in a dramatic offseason, in … [Read more...] about Commentary: New Seahawk Cooper Kupp is no DK Metcalf. Can he be what Seattle needs?
Mariners roster cuts are coming. Has Rowdy Tellez earned his spot?
PEORIA, Ariz. – Rowdy Tellez is a big personality. Gregarious. Jokes around. Keeps the atmosphere of the clubhouse light. He showed up on his first day in Peoria wearing jean shorts and a neon shirt.It’s a personality befitting his first name.“Just always putting a smile on people’s faces, just being goofy,” Tellez said. “I don’t know, I’m just like a big teddy bear, I … [Read more...] about Mariners roster cuts are coming. Has Rowdy Tellez earned his spot?
Commentary: Seahawks added Cooper Kupp, Sam Darnold and DeMarcus Lawrence. Are they better?
SEATTLE – There are no odds in the sportsbooks for NFL team win totals next season. It’s not quite right to post those numbers when free agency is still going and the draft awaits.But I imagine when it’s time to do so, the oddsmakers are going to be baffled when it comes to the Seahawks. Next season’s squad is one of the greatest unknowns in the history of the franchise.A few … [Read more...] about Commentary: Seahawks added Cooper Kupp, Sam Darnold and DeMarcus Lawrence. Are they better?
Luke Raley enjoys unexpected start in center as Mariners fall to A’s
A’s 7, Mariners 6 at Hohokam Stadium in MesaNotableWhen the original lineup for the game was posted, Luke Raley was set to play first base. Then Julio Rodriguez was feeling under the weather and Raley was shifted into center field. It ended up being an eventful day for Raley that included two doubles — one should have been ruled a triple — a leaping catch while crashing into … [Read more...] about Luke Raley enjoys unexpected start in center as Mariners fall to A’s
Why Seattle Mariners’ best use of Dylan Moore may still be utility role
PEORIA, Ariz. – When the regular season begins, Dylan Moore will likely always pack four gloves with him: a first base mitt, a couple of infield gloves and an outfielder glove.His most prized glove, that remains at home.It’s the Gold Glove that Moore won a season ago when he was deemed the most versatile defensive player in the American League. The Gold Glove award as a utility … [Read more...] about Why Seattle Mariners’ best use of Dylan Moore may still be utility role