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After being fired by M's, Lorena Martin levels accusations of racism

Dr. Lorena Martin during the news conference portion of the 38th annual Seattle Mariners pre-spring training media luncheon, at Safeco Field Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018, in Seattle. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)

Mariners high performance coach Lorena Martin was fired last month. She is accusing general manager Jerry Dipoto and manager Scott Servais of racism. The Mariners called the accusations 'outrageous' and 'false.'

L.A. Rams 36, Seahawks 31

Los Angeles Rams tight end Gerald Everett (81) scores a touchdown during the 4th quarter giving the Rams a 36-24 lead as the Los Angeles Rams play the Seattle Seahawks at the Los Angeles Coliseum in Los Angeles CA, on November 11, 2018. 208243

How much are the Seahawks missing Kam, Earl and other defensive departures? A lot.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) is sacked by Seattle Seahawks defensive end Quinton Jefferson (99) during first half action as the Los Angeles Rams play the Seattle Seahawks at the Los Angeles Coliseum in Los Angeles CA, on November 11, 2018. 208243

Once again, Seahawks hang with the Rams to the bitter end. Once again, they come up just short. WATCH

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll gives some encouragement to Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) late in the 3rd quarter as the Los Angeles Rams play the Seattle Seahawks at the Los Angeles Coliseum in Los Angeles CA, on November 11, 2018. 208243

Stock Watch: Bob Condotta grades the Seahawks in their 36-31 defeat to the Rams WATCH

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (20) make a long first quarter run as the Los Angeles Rams play the Seattle Seahawks at the Los Angeles Coliseum in Los Angeles CA, on November 11, 2018. Los Angeles Rams free safety Lamarcus Joyner (20) defends the play. 208243

Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny goes from draft bust to busting out against Rams

Pac-12 Power Rankings Week 11: Will USC fire Clay Helton?

For the second consecutive week, the Huskies and Cougars are 1-2 in Jon Wilner's Pac-12 power rankings. But, with USC's elimination from the conference title chase, it's time to ponder Clay Helton's future in Troy.

Former Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville, who was fired Tuesday. (AP Photo/G-Jun Yam, File)

Geoff Baker | Inside the NHL

Ousted Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville a strong fit for Seattle’s incoming NHL team

The recently fired — and highly coveted — three-time Stanley Cup champion coach Joel Quenneville might be the perfect fit for a Seattle team where his teammate of seven years, former Coyotes coach Dave Tippett, is taking an executive role.

Mariners catcher Mike Zunino works with pitchers in the bullpen during the fourth day of spring training workout, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, in Peoria, Ariz. 205295 205295

Is Mike Zunino trade a tweak or start of a rebuild for Mariners?

Jerry Dipoto's offseason machinations were set in motion by the trade of Mike Zunino for Ray outfielder Mallex Smith. Whether this is just part of a small plan or the beginning of a rebuild that could resemble a teardown is one of many questions in what figures to be an intriguing winter.

(From left) UW basketball players Matisse Thybulle, David Crisp, Noah Dickerson, and Dominic Green at Alaska Airlines Arena on Saturday, October 27. 208280

Fantastic Foursome Q&A: UW’s seniors reflect on their journey, quiz each other and talk about legacies

Noah Dickerson, Matisse Thybulle, David Crisp and Dominic Green are the last remnants of the most ballyhooed Husky recruiting class that promised much more then they’ve delivered. They sat down with us to reflect on their UW careers and chat about the season ahead.

Seahawks running back Chris Carson lent his name to a fundraiser to benefit homelessness Friday, November 2, 2018, a Magnuson Park. 208317

After his family lost its house, Seahawks’ Chris Carson vows to fight homelessness in Seattle

Nearly five years ago, Seahawks running back Chris Carson's family lost their home in a fire. Now Carson is joining the fight against the homeless crisis in Seattle.