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. 018: First career emu egg
Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith check in after a back-to-back series wins in Texas and Chicago, discussing Mitch Haniger’s hot start, Marco Gonzales’s impressive outings, the club getting healthy, team-building and, as always, a whole lot more—including, off the top, quite the culinary adventure. View the full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog
46 min
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Ep. 017: Strong start
In the first podcast since Opening Day, Jerry and Aaron discuss the team’s 9-6 start, and all that went into it. This includes dominance by Edwin Díaz, James Paxton’s increased cutter use, Robinson Canó’s patience, the whole top of the order clicking and a lot more. Also discussed: fanny packs and the film ’Tommy Boy’. Full episode outline at Mariners.com/Blog
47 min
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The Wheelhouse Episode 16
Welcome back, baseball. Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith open up the 2018 season with conversation on Félix getting the nod, Daniel Vogelbach making the club, facing Corey Kluber in the opener and a whole lot more. Head to Mariners.com/Blog for the full outline.
55 min
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Ep. 015: One week
It’s almost time. One week from the time this was recorded, baseball will be played at Safeco Field. Mariners discussions on this our latest show: Where Félix Hernandez and James Paxton are at, reaction to David Phelps's injury, Dee Gordon’s defense, impressive minor leaguers and more. And, of course, there were non Mariners Baseball conversations: on Greg Maddux and Bartolo Colon, favorite baseball movies, Arizona food and the NCAA tournament. Full show outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
48 min
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Ep. 014: Just two weeks to go
Opening Night is closing in fast. With that, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith chat about guys who are making a push for the roster (See: Daniel Vogelbach and Rob Whalen), the latest on the injury front, what watching Ichiro is like (on and off the field) and what Jerry's day-to-day is like once the season starts. Get the full outline at Mariners.com/Blog
39 min
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Ep. 013: Welcome home, Ichiro
Fresh off the news conference for Ichiro’s return to the Mariners, Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss how this deal came to fruition, what Ichiro brings on the field and how his leadership impacts the club off of it. The pair also chat about the latest happenings in the Cactus League, swing planes and the advanced technological tools the Mariners are using in camp. 
44 min
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Ep. 012: The games begin
We have real live baseball to talk about. Well, partly real. Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss Marco Gonzales's strong first start, Dan Altavilla’s impressive pair of outings, Félix’s status, noteworthy minor leaguers and other items from the few Cactus League games. That, plus Jerry’s impression of the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference and a couple great autograph-related stories.
45 min
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Ep. 011: Spring has sprung
In our first episode from Spring Training, Jerry Dipoto chats with Aaron Goldsmith about the drive down to Peoria, how he spends his time there, early impressions of players and a number of other observations from down in Arizona. 
39 min
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Ep. 010: Road Trippin’ to Peoria
Spring Training is nearly upon us. With Jerry DiPoto heading down to Arizona, he and Aaron Goldsmith discuss his drive--yes, drive--down, what he looks for at Spring Training, the pitching staff and, of course, a few food-related topics. 
39 min
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Ep. 009: Projections and Pickup Football
This episode covers all kinds of ground. Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith chat about the plethora of projections going around and whether or not front offices read those, scout meetings, a humorous pickup football game and a bit of trivia involving Jerry.
37 min
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Ep. 008: Player Dev and Text-Message Trade Talks
Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith sync up from opposite sides of the country to discuss player development meetings in Arizona, five Mariners avoiding arbitration, a recent New York Times article on how GMs communicate-and the GIFs that are sometimes involved. Also covered: bullpen usage, intangibles and a prank on Taylor Motter.
49 min
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Ep. 007: Bring on 2018
Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith look ahead to 2018, reflect on the roster as it stands now and banter on Edgar Martinez's batting practice prowess, food (of course), Spring Training and more. Catch the full outline at Mariners.com/Blog.
38 min
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Ep. 006: Bullpen Arms and Baseball Collectibles
In the last episode of The Wheelhouse for 2017, Jerry and Aaron discuss the newest addition to the bullpen, righty Juan Nicasio, and how that signing fits into a larger trend in the game. The two also look back on 2017, answer fan questions and banter about Jerry's extensive baseball memorabilia collection.
39 min
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Ep. 005: Checking in from the Meetings
In the first remote episode of The Wheelhouse, Jerry joins Aaron Goldsmith from the Winter Meetings. He reflects on the Shohei Ohtani pursuit, describes the inner-works of the Winter Meetings, the Mariners' priorities this offseason and the working relationships between himself and other general managers.
44 min
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Ep. 004: Mariners Acquire Dee
Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith convene for a special breaking news episode to discuss the addition of two-time All-Star Dee Gordon.
12 min
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Ep. 003: Calm Before the Storm
Aaron Goldsmith, of course, had to ask Jerry Dipoto about the week's big subject. The pair also discuss the upcoming Winter Meetings, the newest member of the coaching staff, the return of Hisashi Iwakuma and a lot more.
47 min
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Ep. 002: New Additions and #EdgarHOF
Jerry Dipoto and Aaron Goldsmith discuss two new members of the Mariners' organization, Edgar Martinez¹s Hall of Fame candidacy, Eric Filia's Arizona Fall League performance and a whole lot more.
57 min
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Ep. 001: The Maiden Voyage
In this new podcast, Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto and broadcaster Aaron Goldsmith sit down to discuss Shohei Ohtani, Ryon Healy, Thanksgiving and a whole lot more
41 min