The Wheelhouse with Jerry Dipoto

Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto and broadcaster Aaron Goldsmith sit down to discuss the latest news and developments with the Seattle Mariners, from the viewpoint of the front office. Listen to or download individual episodes below, subscribe via iTunes or use your RSS reader so you never miss a single episode.

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Ep. 048: Hello, TV viewers
In the first episode of The Wheelhouse to hit ROOT SPORTS, Jerry and Aaron sit down on Monday’s off day to chat. Podcast subscribers always get early access AND the full show, though. Discussed this week: reviewing April, improving the defense, prospect performers and a lot more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
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Ep. 047: Dude, are you carrying a fanny pack?
Checking in before the first of four vs. the Rangers, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith talk the team’s resiliency, Justus Sheffield’s upcoming debut, strong prospect performances, fanny packs and more. Get the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
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Ep. 046: A lot of meat
Catching up towards the end of the homestand following a 6-1 swing through the midwest, Jerry and Aaron discuss that strong trip, Daniel Vogelbach finding himself, facing tough pitching, the torments of Sammy Sosa and a lot more. Full episode outline to come on Mariners.com/Blog. 
61 min
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Ep. 045: Coming in hot
Just before game two vs. the Angels, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sit down at T-Mobile Park to talk about the 6-1 Mariners. They discuss the lineup’s explosiveness, the culture of the club early, the status of the bullpen and a whole lot more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
56 min
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Ep. 044: Mr. Ichiro
Fresh off a trip to Japan and just before Opening Day in Seattle, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sit down to discuss that week in Tokyo, the approaching season and more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
44 min
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Ep. 043: Wheels up to Tokyo
Checking in just before the team boards a plane for Japan and the Opening Series vs. the A's, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss the makeup of the roster, Marco Gonzales being named Opening Day starter, potential rule changes and a lot more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
50 min
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Ep. 042: I said he doesn’t drink water
From Shed Long to Yusei Kikuchi to Justus Sheffield to Marco Gonzales, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sit down to discuss the biggest stories of Mariners spring training so far. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
45 min
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Ep. 041: We’ve got baseball
As camp opens in Peoria, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith chat about what the GM has seen so far--from new arms firing their first bullpens, the makeup of the club early and a whole lot more. Get the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
51 min
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Ep. 040: Peoria-bound
In the final episode before heading down to Spring Training, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss what sets up to be a new-look camp, chat about a revamped coaching staff and review the landscape of prospect rankings. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
54 min
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Ep. 039: Getting to know the guys
You know we have to talk Edgar going into the Hall. On top of that, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith chat about getting to know the guys who were in town for Media Day, the deals that made them Mariners, Spring Training eats and a lot more. Full episode outline on Mariners.com/Blog.
42 min
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Ep. 038: Yusei, hello
Rick Rizzs, Shannon Drayer, Mike Blowers and Gary Hill are joined by a cavalcade of Mariners, including Marco Gonzalez, new hitting coach Tim Laker and recent addition Justus Sheffield. Baseball America's Bill Mitchell breaks down the Mariners' prospects coming up through the pipeline, and we play a segment from The Wheelhouse Podcast with Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto.
44 min
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Ep. 037: Wrapping up and looking ahead
In the final episode of the podcast before a short offseason break, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith reflect on the 2018 season, discuss what stands ahead for the club and chat about a few recent news items--a change in pitching coach and the hiring of a new Director of International Amateur Scouting. Get the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog
68 min
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Ep. 036: Spinning yarn
Sitting down for the final recording during the 2018 season, Jerry Dipoto chats with Aaron Goldsmith about not making the Postseason, the A’s’ strong run, the durability of the starting rotation, favorite off-field moments and a lot more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
52 min
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Ep. 035: The luggage car incident
After some travel misadventures, Aaron Goldsmith joins Jerry Dipoto from Houston to chat about the series win in Anahiem, Mitch Haniger’s continued great play, Shawn Armstrong’s solid run, the state of the rotation and more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
47 min
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Ep. 034: Mitch-A-Palooza
Sitting down before game one vs. the Padres, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith chat about the state of the club, Edwin Díaz continuing his remarkable season, Mitch Haniger taking over a ballgame, strong finishes for prospects and more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
54 min
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Ep. 033: Nothing but big series
Chatting just before the beginning of the four-game series in Oakland, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss where the team’s added headed into the final month, the squad’s offense, impressive prospect performances and a lot more. Get the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
35 min
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Ep. 032: Start sprinting
Back from a break after travel schedules finally line up, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sit down at Safeco Field to discuss the last few series for the Mariners, what’s ahead for the team in the stretch run, some roster moves, coaching at the minor league level and, as always, a whole lot more. Get the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
54 min
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Ep. 031: Deadline deals
Consider this the trade deadline episode. Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss the landscape of Major League Baseball at the deadline, the newest Mariners, how the team is playing and more. Read the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
52 min
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Ep. 030: Deadlines spur action
Back from the break, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss how they spent theirs, what it was like watch Jean in the All-Star Game, the approaching trade deadline and a lot more. Get the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
53 min
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Ep. 029: All-Stars
Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith record the last podcast before the break, discussing the team’s four All-Stars, the last week in Mariners Baseball and the best moments from the first half. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
45 min
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Ep. 028: Taking root
In a special edition of this show, Jerry Dipoto sits down to discuss a day in which he signed a multi-year contract extension with the Mariners. He and Aaron Goldsmith discussed his stay so far, what this decision means now and how it impacts the club going forward. Oh, and also sports coats and broccoli rabe.
25 min
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Ep. 027: Twenty-five guys, one cab
Undefeated since the last recording, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith chat before the three-game series vs. the Angels. Topics covered: Wade LeBlanc’s extension, the June 2 international signings, the winning streak and more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
47 min
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Ep. 026: East Coast swing
Checking in from the radio booth in Baltimore, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss the road trip to New York, Boston and now the Charm City. They also chat about success on the farm, the playoff-level atmosphere of late and, of course, food. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
49 min
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Ep. 025: Playing with energy
After yet another monster week for the Mariners, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sit down to discuss the team’s hot stretch, the culture of the club, why Mitch Haniger is an All-Star, a big slate of upcoming games and a lot more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
48 min
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Ep. 024: More wins and more Mariners
After yet another strong week, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sit down to discuss the first-place Mariners, the 2018 MLB Draft, the strong starting pitching and, as always, a lot more. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog. 
47 min