Guest: Brady Farkas (Fastball on Sports Illustrated/FanNation, Refuse to Lose- a Seattle Mariners Podcast), Mariners 2025 Outlook, Cal Raleigh’s Future, Pitching Trades, & Offseason Moves | 39

TableSetters: A Baseball Podcast

Welcome back to TableSetters, your ultimate destination for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are here, and we’ve got a fantastic guest joining us for today’s episode. We’re thrilled to welcome Brady Farkas, a baseball writer for Fastball on Sports Illustrated/FanNation, the host of The Brady Farkas Show, and the voice behind the Refuse to Lose Mariners Podcast. With nearly a decade of experience in sports talk radio and a deep understanding of the game, Brady is here to give us the inside scoop on the Seattle Mariners heading into the 2024 season. In this episode, we dive into a range of topics about the Mariners and their future. We start by hearing about Brady’s background—what led him to podcasting and writing about the Mariners, and how his experience in sports talk radio has shaped his coverage of the team. We also reflect on the Mariners’ 2024 season, including their impressive lead over the Astros and what ultimately went wrong during that stretch. The Mariners made a major managerial change in August, parting ways with Scott Servais and bringing in Dan Wilson. Brady shares his thoughts on whether it was the right time for a change and what Wilson brings to the table. We also talk about one of the team’s shining stars, Cal Raleigh, and whether there’s a chance the Mariners extend him before his arbitration years come to an end. From there, we dive into the Mariners’ pitching staff, which has long been the strength of the team. Brady gives his take on whether the Mariners should consider trading a pitcher for offensive help, and which pitcher in the rotation has the highest ceiling. We also discuss Jerry DiPoto’s tenure as GM, and whether the team’s direction is sustainable heading into 2025. Looking ahead to the offseason, Brady shares his ideal moves for the Mariners and some realistic predictions for what they’ll actually do. We also talk about some of the under-the-radar prospects who could make a surprise impact in the near future, and what’s next for Julio Rodríguez as he looks to bounce back. Finally, we take a look at the AL West and the Mariners’ chances of winning the division in 2025, as well as the ongoing discussions around Juan Soto and Roki Sasaki. Brady wraps up by sharing his hopes and expectations for the Mariners in the coming seasons. This is one episode you won’t want to miss, so grab your headphones and get ready for an insightful conversation with Brady Farkas. It’s all here, on TableSetters—where every inning tells a story, and every pitch sets the stage for baseball’s greatest moments! And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @TableSettersPod for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and interactive fan polls. We want to hear from you!