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November 21, 2009
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Art Thiel: MLS Cup a Soggy Success Story for Seattle The MLS Cup championship soccer game is this Sunday in Seattle. Superstar David Beckham and his team the L-A Galaxy will play Real Salt Lake for the title at Qwest Field at 5:30 p.m. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Seattle is the real winner in all of this.
Art Thiel: Griffey Will Be Part-time DH, Full-time Cheerleader He may be about to turn 40, but Ken Griffey Junior says he has one more year in him. He signed a one-year contract this week with the Mariners - the team that gave him his first shot in the majors. Sports commentator Art Thiel talks with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about the timing of the announcement and what Griffey's role will be next year.
Art Thiel: Seahawks Not Helped by Mora's Threats The Seahawks are now 3 and 5, after beating the Detroit Lions Sunday. Seahawks coach Jim Mora laid down the law with his players last week, threatening to let some of them go. And some players did get cut. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it was too much, too soon.
Art Thiel: Many Success Stories in Sounders F-C Season The Seattle Sounders F-C and Houston Dynamo ended their playoff game Thursday night with a 0-0 draw before a record crowd at Qwest Field. It's the first of two games in the Western Conference semifinal series. Game 2 is in Houston on November 8th. The Sounders' success on and off the field this season is the topic of this week's conversation between KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick and sports commentator Art Thiel.
Art Thiel: Many Issues Behind Johjima's Departure Catcher Kenji Johjima surprised many Mariner fans this week. He announced he was leaving the team and returning to his native Japan despite having two more years on his contract worth $16 million dollars. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that a lot of issues contributed to Johjima's abrupt departure.
Art Thiel: Huskies a Pleasant Surprise at Midseason The University of Washington football team lost to Arizona State Saturday, 24-17. Halfway through the season, the Huskies are 3-4. It's a big accomplishment, considering they were winless last year...and considering who they've beaten this season - namely USC, who was ranked 3rd in the country at the time. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that there's more to the team's success than just their record.
Art Thiel: Injury-plagued Seahawks A Repeat of Last Year The Seahawks are off to an unexpectedly bad 1-and-3 start this season. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this Sunday's game against Jacksonville is practically a must-win, according to coach Jim Mora.
Art Thiel: What Role - If Any - For Griffey in 2010? The Mariners wrapped up their season at home Sunday with a victory against the Texas Rangers. The M's had a winning season this year - which surprised many people, including KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel. Art tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that this year's success creates a dilemma about the future of Ken Griffey, Jr.
Art Thiel: Husky Adrenaline Still Pumping after USC Upset How do you come down off the high of upsetting one of the highest-ranked football teams in the country just one year after not having any wins at all? That's what the University of Washington Huskies will have to do when they take on Stanford in California Saturday night. KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick talked with sports commentator Art Thiel about how the Huskies' big win over USC last week factors into the rest of the season.
Art Thiel: Injured Storm Stars a Common Tale in Playoffs The Seattle Storm have once again left the WNBA playoffs in the first round. They lost to the Los Angeles Sparks Sunday 75 to 64. KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel says there is an underlying problem that is keeping the Storm from playing their best basketball during the playoffs. He talked with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick.
Art Thiel: New Coach, Fresh Start for Seahawks The Seahawks opened their season at home this Sunday against the St. Louis Rams, winning 28-0. Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that the Hawks are poised to have a decent record this year.
Art Thiel: Husky Football Turnaround Won't Be Quick The much-anticipated start to the University of Washington football season is Saturday in a nationally televised game against Louisiana State University at Husky Stadium (at 7:30 pm). To say a lot is riding on this season is an understatement. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Husky fans may have too much riding on this first game.
Art Thiel: Seahawks Signing a 'Desperation' Move The Seattle Seahawks signed one of the N-F-L's best known players this week when they picked up Edgerrin James. The star running back is the leading active rusher in the game. KPLU's Gary Davis asked Seattle PI.com sports columnist Art Thiel if the Seahawks made a smart move.
Art Thiel: Public Deserves Proof of Michael Vick's Remorse A lot of people are talking about the news that former star quarterback Michael Vick has agreed to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. He struck the deal shortly after being released from prison on a dog fighting conviction. Sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick that Vick may say he's sorry for what he did but his actions leave a lot to be desired.
Art Thiel: Beijing One Year After Olympics "Disappointing" It's been one year since the Summer Olympics were held in Beijing, China. Sports commentator Art Thiel was there and tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick about some of the highlights of the games and what's happened now that the spotlight is no longer shining on the country.
Art Thiel: New Mariner Acquisitions "Average" The newest members of the Mariners have made their debuts - to mixed reviews. Sports commentator Art Thiel takes a look at the recent trade acquisitions with KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick.
Art Thiel: Sounders' Success, Fan Support a Welcome Surprise Four members of the Seattle Sounders F-C participated in this week's Major League Soccer All-Star game in Utah. More proof of just how good this first-year expansion team is and how passionately their fans support them. It's the topic of conversation this week between KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick and sports commentator Art Thiel.
Art Thiel: M's Should Be Sellers in This Year's Trade The Mariners have some big choices to make ahead of next week's Major League Baseball trading deadline (Friday, July 31st). Sports Commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time for the team to do some selling.
Art Thiel: After 10 Years, Safeco Field Worth the Risk, Money Ten years ago this week, Safeco Field opened as the new home of the Seattle Mariners. Many people didn't want taxpayer dollars being used to help build it. But sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick the stadium was worth all the controversy.
Art Thiel: Mariners Look Good at Mid-season - Will It Last? The Mariners look strong as they finish up the first half of the season. With the team heading into the All-Star break, sports commentator Art Thiel tells KPLU's Kirsten Kendrick it's time to look at how the Mariners are doing and how the rest of the season might play out.

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