Dave Softy Mahler Show

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about their worst golf blow-up stories from moments they've lost it, visit with Mike Sando of The Athletic talking all things NFL including Jadeveon Clowney and Washington, then discuss what Russell Wilson's future looks like.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain unveil today's Sports Classics 101 assignment from Dick from something that happened at The Kingdome 41 years ago today, then do the weekly Fun with Audio segment playing funny clip, and finally share some bad golf stories during Textimonials.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Golf Channel's coverage of the current Memorial tournament, visit with Grant Paulsen, Host on 106.7 The Fan in Washington D.C. and Columnist for The Athletic, about all things DC sports including the football team scandals and name change plus Nationals stadium situation, then review all their 'Stats Are For Losers'.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain continue the conversation about how COVID-19 is affecting the sports and college football world, the Washington football team story in the Washington Post, plus visit with Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Taijuan Walker.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain unveil today's Sports Classics 101 assignment from Softy with a Seattle Mariners theme, visit with either Chuck Powell or Lou Holtz, we couldn't tell, to talk about the college football season ahead and some Mariners baseball, plus hear texts from the day.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the Tennessee Titans' chances of landing Jadeveon Clowney after handing out other big contracts, visit with Hugh Millen about how COVID-19 is impacting college sports and the NFL, plus celebrate baseball starting next week and the excitement involved.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the huge new contract given to running back Derrick Henry by the Tennessee Titans, are joined by Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest to discuss his bold predictions for the 2020 Seahawks, then talk about Hawks defensive improvements needed.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain welcome in Producer Jackson Felts to unveil today's Sports Classics 101 assignment, an all-timer, then Petros Papadakis visits Softy talking about a variety of topics with the usual shenanigans, then we end the hour with texts from listeners.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss how COVID-19 is affecting the college football world and the risks going to football games, Art Thiel of SportsPress Northwest joins the show to discuss that topic, then Dick gives his golf picks for this week's tournament.

Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland joins Softy and Dick to discuss Myles Garrett's new deal with the Browns. Will Jarred Kelenic get a chance this year with the Mariners as he continues to shine in summer camp?

Today's sports classics assignment in the Thrilla in Manila. Jon Wilner of the San Jose Mercury News joins Softy and Dick to discuss the continued challenge of trying to map out the return to sports in college sports as Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott has come down with COVID-19 amid other challenges. And Textamonials.

Corey Brock of The Athletic joins Softy and Dick to chat about the Mariners in summer camp, the performance of some of the younger prospects, if they can make the team and how the group is progressing toward opening day. Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Dick to discuss the team's loss this morning to Chicago, 2-1, in the MLS Tournament and what the team needs to do now to advance out of the group stage.

Richaun Holmes of the Sacramento Kings has to quarantine for 10 days after leaving the NBA's bubble in Orlando. Washington Athletic Director Jen Cohen joins Softy and Dick to talk about the current climate in college athletics, the decision to go to conference games only, at least, for football and the effort to get sports back going and the hurdles that remain.

Today's sports classics assignment is revisiting Felix Hernandez's final start with the Mariners last September. Mariners manager Scott Servais joins Softy and Dick at T-Mobile Park to talk about the first 10 days of restarted summer camp, their efforts to follow protocols to keep the virus out and his impressions of the players as they've returned to the field. And textamonials.

Craig Hoffman of 106.7 The Fan in Washington D.C. joins Softy and Dick to talk about the name change for the Washington football team, the timeline for the name to be in place and what comes next for the franchise. Mariners 2018 first-round pick Logan Gilbert joins Softy and Dick to talk about how his camp has gone so far, where he's improved from last year and what he anticipates his year of pitching will look like with no minor league season.

The Big Ten has canceled its non-conference games for the football season as college football tries to adapt to the virus outbreak. Lauren Kirschman of the Tacoma News Tribune joins Softy and Dick to discuss the cancellation of the Michigan game with Washington September as the Big Ten elects to play only conference games, what it means for the wide scale of college football, when the game could get rescheduled and more.

Today's sports classics assignment is a look back on UW snapping their losing streak in 2009 with a win over 3rd ranked USC. Revisiting our conversation from Wednesday with Kevin Calabro on stepping away from the Blazers broadcasting gig and his future. And textamonials.

The Seahawks sent messages to season ticket holders for options for their accounts should fans not be able to attend games this season. Ryan Fowler of 100.9 The Game in Tuscaloosa on what the outlook is for college football and how Alabama is trying to handle the current pandemic as sports try to return to action even if it means moving football to the spring. And the NFL's guidelines for how to play games this season.

Softy and Dick debate the logistics of giving Chris Carson a long-term deal with the Seahawks. Michael Ginnitti of Spotrac joins Softy and Dick to discuss Patrick Mahomes' new contract with the Chiefs and where the quarterback market will go, Cam Newton's small deal in New England and what the market could look the next time Russell Wilson comes up for a new deal. And a discussion of Jadeveon Clowney's free agency and the Seahawks' need for another pass rusher.

It's the 10-year anniversary of LeBron James' "Decision" to leave to join the Miami Heat broadcast on ESPN. Petros Papadakis joins Softy to sing some songs (seriously), chat about Stanford's decision to drop 11 sports programs, the Ivy League's decision to not play any sports this fall due to the coronavirus, and whether football will be played this fall. And textamonials.