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Numerous veterans have missed extensive time for the #Kraken already during the 2025-26 season, putting major stress on their depth and leaving major voids that must be filled by the next man up on the ice.
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Seattle Kraken Need a Hero (Or Two) To Step Up Amid More Tough Injury Luck — Emerald City Spectrum
Numerous veterans have missed extensive time for the Kraken already during the 2025-26 season, putting major stress on their depth and leaving major voids that must be filled by the next man up on the ice.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:59 AM
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Washington #Huskies coach Jedd Fisch signed the nation’s 13th-ranked recruiting class on Wednesday.

Who did UW flip late, and who stands out in the class of 23 high school players coming to Seattle?
https://ow.ly/PxQa50XBEnZ
Huskies Coach Jedd Fisch Signs 13th-Ranked 2026 Recruiting Class — Emerald City Spectrum
Washington Huskies head coach Jedd Fisch signed the nation’s 13th-ranked recruiting class on Wednesday. Who did UW flip late, and who stands out in the class of 23 high school players?
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December 3, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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December 3, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Two of the #Seahawks most decorated young talents stand atop the leaderboards at their respective positions in Pro Bowl voting.

Details:
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/jaxon-smith-njigba-seattle-seahawks-early-pro-bowl-voting-leaders
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Byron Murphy Lead Seahawks in Early Pro Bowl Voting — Emerald City Spectrum
Two of Seattle’s most decorated young talents stand atop the leaderboards at their respective positions in Pro Bowl voting.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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The #Sounders have 22 players rostered after deciding on their club options for the 2026 season, with plenty of work left to do this offseason.

Analysis on who will be back for Seattle and which positions still need reinforcements:
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Sounders Offseason Updates: Club Options Resolved, Kent Departs After One Season — Emerald City Spectrum
The Seattle Sounders have 22 players rostered after deciding on their club options for the 2026 season, with plenty of work left to do this offseason.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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Despite true freshman Ace Glass putting up incredible performances in the Maui Invitational, the #Cougars men’s basketball team went one for three as much of the rest of the team failed to pick up the slack.

A close look at a tough go for Wazzu in Hawaii:
https://ow.ly/oFBQ50XAtow
Dogged by Shooting Woes, Wazzu Men’s Basketball Drops Two of Three in Maui Invitational — Emerald City Spectrum
Despite true freshman Ace Glass putting up incredible performances in the Maui Invitational, the Cougars men’s basketball team went one for three as much of the rest of the team failed to pick up the slack.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:16 AM
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The 2025 MLB Rule 5 draft is around the corner, and the #Mariners have space on the 40-man roster to make a play for someone from another team’s system.

Who should the M’s be looking at to make a surprise contribution to the club in 2026?
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Relievers, Utility, or Surprise Outfielder? Six Potential Seattle Targets in MLB Rule 5 Draft — Emerald City Spectrum
The 2025 MLB Rule 5 draft is around the corner, and the Mariners have space on the 40-man roster to make a play for someone from another team’s system. Who should the M’s be looking at to make a surprise contribution to the club in 2026?
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December 2, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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WATCH: Following their second loss to a top-10 ranked Big Ten foe in a tough defeat to Oregon at home, the #Huskies clearly still have a long way to go to return to upper echelon of their new league.
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WATCH: Huskies Fall Short vs. Ducks in Season Finale, Still Chasing Big Ten’s Elite — Emerald City Spectrum
Following their second loss to a top-10 ranked Big Ten foe in a tough defeat to Oregon at home, the Huskies clearly still have a long way to go to return to upper echelon of their new league.
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December 1, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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In an appearance on Azzi Fudd’s podcast, #Storm star Gabby Williams expressed her desire to play with the current UConn standout and reassured fans of her commitment to the franchise.

More: https://ow.ly/q9Zi50XAcxF
Gabby Williams Lobbying For Storm to Get UConn’s Azzi Fudd in WNBA Draft — Emerald City Spectrum
In an appearance on Azzi Fudd’s podcast, Seattle Storm star Gabby Williams expressed her desire to play with the current UConn standout and reassured fans of her commitment to the franchise.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Uchenna Nwosu gets third down sack on Brosmer, but it won't count due to defensive holding against Josh Jobe. Drive extended with automatic first down.
November 30, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Led by a balanced offensive attack and another stifling defensive performance rattling an untested quarterback, the #Cougars avenged an earlier loss to its Pac-12 rival Oregon State to lock up a bowl bid.
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Washington State Cougars Thump Oregon State Beavers, Clinch Bowl Eligibility — Emerald City Spectrum
Washington State Cougars running back Angel Johnson (1) celebrates a a touchdown against the Oregon State Beavers in the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Washington State Cougars won 32-8. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images
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November 30, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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The Washington #Huskies hung with the No. 6 Oregon Ducks before ultimately falling 26-14.

What kept UW from coming through once again in a game against a big-time Big Ten program?
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/huskies-come-up-short-against-playoff-bound-ducks
Huskies Come Up Short Against Playoff-Bound Ducks — Emerald City Spectrum
The Washington Huskies hung with the No. 6 Oregon Ducks before ultimately falling 26-14. What kept UW from coming through once again in a game against a big-time Big Ten program?
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November 30, 2025 at 3:43 AM
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The #Cougars have been hindered by subpar offensive showings after halftime all season and to make a bowl game, they will have to find a way to overcome that flaw with a shot to get payback against their lone Pac-12 rival.

Keys to victory in Pullman:
https://ow.ly/snPV50XzvzO
Analysis: Two Keys For Washington State to Enact Revenge vs. Oregon State — Emerald City Spectrum
The Cougars have been hindered by subpar offensive showings after halftime all season and to make a bowl game, they will have to find a way to overcome that flaw with a shot to get payback against their lone Pac-12 rival.
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November 29, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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The Washington #Huskies will try to knock Oregon out of the College Football Playoff on Saturday.

What does UW need to do to have a chance against the No. 6 Ducks, and who else will win Big Ten games this week?
https://ow.ly/aGxI50Xzkq9
Big Ten Picks: Huskies Take Shot at Sinking Ducks’ CFP Plans — Emerald City Spectrum
The Washington Huskies will try to knock Oregon out of the College Football Playoff on Saturday. What does UW need to do to have a chance against the No. 6 Ducks, and who else will win Big Ten games this week?
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November 29, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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With a bowl bid still up for grabs, the Washington State #Cougars will be hoping for home cooking to lead to a sixth win and a bit of revenge against rival Oregon State in a rare regular season rematch.

Can the Cougs clinch a bowl bid? Preview:
https://ow.ly/iu4t50Xzf6Y
Preview: Zevi Eckhaus, Washington State Seek Revenge and Bowl Bid vs. Oregon State — Emerald City Spectrum
With a bowl bid still up for grabs, Washington State will be hoping for home cooking to lead to a sixth win and a bit of revenge against rival Oregon State in a rare regular season rematch.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:05 AM
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After two impressive wins, #Gonzaga didn't come to play against Michigan in the Players Eras Festival Championship, losing by its most points ever in the Mark Few era.

How did the Zags implode against the Wolverines?
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‘I Don’t Think We Competed’: Gonzaga Dominated by Michigan 101-61 in Players Era Championship — Emerald City Spectrum
In a game anticipated as one of the best in all of non-conference, Gonzaga didn't come to play against Michigan in the Players Eras Festival Championship, losing by its most points ever in the Mark Few era. What went wrong for the Zags in their matchup with the Wolverines?
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November 27, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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The sack numbers haven’t been there yet for Derick Hall in 2025, but it can be argued the third-year edge defender has been one of the most disruptive players on Mike Macdonald’s unit this season.

Is he emerging as a cornerstone for the #Seahawks future?
https://ow.ly/8unY50Xysg0
Derick Hall Thriving as One of Seahawks’ Biggest Macdonald-Era Risers — Emerald City Spectrum
The sack numbers haven’t been there yet for Derick Hall in 2025, but looking beyond that metric, it can be argued the third-year edge defender has been one of the most disruptive players on Mike Macdonald’s unit for the Seahawks this season.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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The #Storm may have drafted Olivia Miles in the 2025 WNBA Draft, but the playmaking guard opted to return to school.

Will she be the prime target at pick No. 3 this year after a season at TCU?
https://ow.ly/fZnM50Xysb1
Analysis: Is Olivia Miles Still Best Option For Storm at No. 3 Overall? — Emerald City Spectrum
TCU guard Olivia Miles was nearly the Seattle Storm’s pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft before she returned to college. Is Miles still the best pick for Seattle in 2026?
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November 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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WATCH: The #Huskies may not have a shot anymore at making the College Football Playoff field. But entering their season finale, they can take their biggest rival out of the festivities as well.

Can they play the spoiler role on Saturday?
https://ow.ly/iRZH50Xysan via Aaron Coe
WATCH: Can Huskies Play Spoiler, Knock Rival Ducks Out of College Football Playoff? — Emerald City Spectrum
The Huskies may not have a shot anymore at making the College Football Playoff field. But entering their season finale, they can take their biggest rival out of the festivities as well, further amplifying the upcoming matchup in Seattle.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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#Gonzaga posted one of its better three-point shooting games in program history during a 100-61 rout of Maryland, pushing the Zags into the Players Era Festival Championship game.

Who stood out in another big win for the Bulldogs?
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Gonzaga Mashes Maryland 100-61, Advances to Face Michigan in Players Era Festival Championship — Emerald City Spectrum
Gonzaga posted one of its better three-point shooting games in program history during a 100-61 rout of Maryland, pushing the Zags into the Players Era Festival Championship game. Who stood out in another big win for the Bulldogs?
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November 26, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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Coming off a scoreless outing against the Islanders on Sunday, the #Kraken appear likely to gain a boost to their offensive production against the Stars on Wednesday with one of their top players returning to the lineup.

Details:
https://ow.ly/OY8a50XxRR2 via @Joe_Poho
Jared McCann Trending Towards Return for Seattle Kraken After Long Injury Absence — Emerald City Spectrum
Coming off a scoreless outing against the Islanders on Sunday, the Kraken appear likely to gain a boost to their offensive production against the Stars on Wednesday with one of their top players returning to the lineup.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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For the first time so far this season, #Gonzaga was tasked with closing out a game and completed the challenge, earning a huge 95-85 victory over an Alabama team ranked above them in the AP Poll.

What fueled the Zags' biggest win so far?
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Gonzaga Grabs Statement 95-85 Win Over Alabama at Players Era Festival — Emerald City Spectrum
For the first time so far this season, Gonzaga was tasked with closing out a game and completed the challenge, earning a huge 95-85 victory over an Alabama team ranked above them in the AP Poll. What fueled the Zags' biggest win so far?
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November 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Despite a slump for much of his time with the 2025 #Mariners, Eugenio Suárez still provided some of the biggest magic in the team’s ALCS run.

Should "good vibes only" return to T-Mobile for 2026?
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/should-mariners-bring-eugenio-suarez-back-2026
Analysis: Should Mariners Bring Third Baseman Eugenio Suárez Back for 2026 Season? — Emerald City Spectrum
Despite a slump for much of his time with the 2025 Mariners, Eugenio Suárez still provided some of the biggest magic in the team’s ALCS run. But should Seattle bring “good vibes only” back to T-Mobile for 2026?
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November 25, 2025 at 4:24 AM
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In what has become an unfortunate trend in 2025, the #Cougars gave a College Football Playoff contender a run for its money on the road on Saturday, only for James Madison to steal the win late.

What went wrong to put Wazzu's bowl hopes in jeopardy?
https://ow.ly/PBPG50XxbXa
Monday Musings: Washington State Upset Bid Falls Short in 24-20 Loss to James Madison — Emerald City Spectrum
In what has become an unfortunate trend in 2025, Washington State gave a College Football Playoff contender a run for its money on the road on Saturday, only for James Madison to score two long touchdowns after halftime to steal the win.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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The Seattle #Reign announced on Monday that they had extended 38-year-old legendary Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock for one more season.

What could that mean for her future?
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/seattle-reign-extend-jess-fishlock-2026-season
Reign Extend Jess Fishlock for 2026 — Emerald City Spectrum
The Seattle Reign announced on Monday that they had extended 38-year-old legendary Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock for one more season. What does that mean for her future?
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November 24, 2025 at 9:10 PM