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Kevin Millar Gives Yakima a Shoutout on MLB Network
Former Major League ballplayer-turned-TV-broadcaster Kevin Millar gave Yakima a shout out on yesterdays February 15th) episode of "Intentional Talk" on the MLB Network. As it turns out, he has extended family that lives in the valley!
Mariners Bring Back “Big Maple”, Best “Big” Nicknames of All-Time
With the Seattle Mariners re-signing James "Big Maple" Paxton, it got me thinking of other sports stars that carry a nickname that includes the moniker "Big". Here are some of my favorites with a surprising disproportionate amount of them having played for Seattle sports franchises.
Former Yakima Speedway Racer Had Improbable Daytona 500 Win Too
While Michael McDowell's trip to victory lane at the 2021 Daytona 500 cam in improbable fashion an even more unlikely champion of the 1990 Great American Race spent years racing at Yakima Speedway.
Almirola Takes Daytona Qualifier
Aric Almirola and Austin Dillon were the winners in last night's 150-mile qualifying races for Sunday's Daytona 500.
R.I.P. Kris Brannon, AKA “Sonics Guy” [VIDEO]
Seattle superfan Kris Brannon, aka "Sonics Guy", has passed away.
Gonzaga Men’s Basketball to Grace SI Cover, Story, “The Program”
While print media has slowly eroded over the years thanks to the internet, it is still an honor to make the cover of venerable publication "Sports Illustrated".
In their upcoming February 23rd edition, Mark Few's Gonzaga Bulldogs Men's Basketball team gets that distinction.
Seahawks Fan “Mama Blue” Comes in 2nd as NFL’s “Fan of the Year”
Seattle Seahawks fans, also known, simply, as the "12s", have always prided themselves on being one of the most vocal and loyal fan bases in the country and across the entire National Football League.That passion was validated this past weekend during the annual "NFL Honors" ceremony when 89 year-old Patti Hammond, known better to Seahawks fans as "Mama Blue" finished as the runner-up for the league's first-ever "Fan of the Year" award prior to Super Bowl LV (55).
ICYMI: Seahawks QB Russell Wilson Named NFL’s ‘Man of the Year’
While his season might have ended abruptly, it still culminated in the highest of honors for Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson.
Seahawks Quarterback Russell Wilson the Subject of Trade Rumors
As far as Russell being traded, the Seahawks have categorically rebuffed all potential suitors and/or offers as of this writing.
Magic 8 Ball’s Superbowl Prediction!
Timmy's tapped the dark arts once again to find out who will win the Big Game!
CDC Warns, “No Cheering” While Watching Super Bowl – Have Fun!
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have come out with their recommendations if you plan on throwing or attending a party to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday.