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As QB after QB goes down, Russell Wilson just gets better | Calkins

Russell Wilson checks in with the coaches during a timeout in the second quarter. The Seattle Seahawks played the Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Action Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. (Dean Rutz / The Seattle Times)
Russell Wilson checks in with the coaches during a timeout in the second quarter. The Seattle Seahawks played the Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Action Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. (Dean Rutz / The Seattle Times)

Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has never missed a start and, in fact, just two meaningful snaps in his eight-year NFL career. Saints counterpart Drew Brees will miss Sunday's game with a thumb injury.

Huskies defensive lineman Tuli Letuligasenoa sacks Golden Bears quarterback Chase Garbers as the University of Washington Huskies take on the California Golden Bears at Husky Stadium in Seattle Saturday September 7, 2019. 211413
Analysis | Mike Vorel

UW Huskies mailbag: On Tuli Letuligasenoa’s grizzly bear-like qualities, inside linebackers and more

Seattle Times UW football reporter Mike Vorel answers questions about the Huskies' young defensive line, the inconsistent inside linebackers, Ty Jones' absence and more.

Jerry Dipoto watches the Mariners go through batting practice Saturday. The Seattle Mariners and Oakland Athletics both practiced inside the Tokyo Dome Saturday, March 16, 2019 in anticipation for their Opening Day matchup in Japan. 209641
Larry Stone

Jerry Dipoto points to promising signs for Mariners, but it’s still an act of faith

In a Town Hall event at T-Mobile Park, Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto says the team's rebuild is progressing well with a better farm system and money to spend wisely. For a fan base that is going on 18 years out of the playoffs, it will take more than promises.

Updated Vote in Round 2 of The Great Seattle Uniform Bracket

Players come and go, but uniforms are forever. You narrowed the top 32 in Seattle sports down to 16. Now cast your vote in Round 2 through Friday!

Jarred Kelenic, of the Seattle Mariners, hits during the MLB All-Star Futures baseball game, Sunday, July 7, 2019, in Cleveland. The 90th MLB baseball All-Star Game will be played Tuesday. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

So far, Jarred Kelenic and Julio Rodriguez have been everything the Mariners hoped they would be

In a rebuilding year, Mariners manager Scott Servais said Wednesday he’s been paying attention to the development of Seattle’s top prospects more than ever. And he likes what he sees in Jarred Kelenic and Julio Rodriguez.

Pac-12 power rankings logo. (Rich Boudet / The Seattle Times)

Pac-12 Power Rankings, Week 3: Could Cal really win the North?

The Bears have already beaten Washington in Seattle; for the first time in a decade, it’s easy to envision a victory over Stanford; and they’re multiple touchdowns better than Oregon State. That leaves Oregon and Washington State.

Q&A: Uniform guru Paul Lukas on the best and worst threads in Seattle sports

Who better to weigh in ahead of our Great Seattle Uniform Bracket than the Uniwatch man himself, Paul Lukas? He gives his thoughts on the Mariners, Seahawks, Sonics and even our forthcoming NHL team.

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There wasn’t much to dislike about Washington’s play against Eastern Washington, although coach Chris Petersen will find room for improvement. The Eastern Washington University Eagles played the 13th-ranked Washington Huskies in the first game of the 2019 season Saturday, August 31, 219 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, WA. 211367
Pac-12 Hotline

UW is paying how much to feast on Arkansas State? Inside the soaring price tag for buy games

Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson congratulates Rashaad Penny on his 37-yard touchdown run in the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field.
Larry Stone

Not everything is rosy, but the Seahawks are 2-0 and ‘just getting warmed up’

Washington State head coach Mike Leach looks on during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Utah in Pullman, Wash., Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. (AP Photo/Young Kwak) WAYK110
Matt Calkins

Is California’s Fair Pay for Play act worthwhile for college athletes? Maybe, but be very careful

Seattle Storm guards Jordin Canada, left, and Sue Bird watch the game against Atlanta during the second half, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019 in Seattle. 211361 (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)
Storm

Analysis: After exceeding expectations in 2019, can the Storm make another title run next year?

Seahawks

Pete Carroll heads off the field after the Seahawks escape with a win over the Steelers. The Seattle Seahawks played the Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Action Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. 211478

On Pete Carroll’s 68th birthday, Seahawks throw massive surprise party to give him win No. 100 | Larry Stone

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Huskies

Washington linebacker Brandon Wellington, left, celebrates with defensive back Myles Bryant after Bryant’s first-quarter interception as the University of Washington Huskies take on the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Husky Stadium in Seattle Saturday September 14, 2019. 211495

Analysis: What we learned from the UW Huskies’ 52-20 win over Hawaii

Mariners

Seattle Mariners right fielder Kyle Lewis, center, is doused with water by Dee Gordon, right, as Lewis takes part in an interview following the team’s baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019, in Seattle. Lewis hit a solo home run in his major league debut as the Mariners won 4-3. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) WATW117 WATW117

With three home runs in three games, Mariners’ prospect Kyle Lewis blazes onto the scene | Larry Stone

Farewell, 51: Ichiro retires

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Hockey2021 Expansion to Seattle

Blood, sweat, tears and cash: NHL’s Seattle arrival should raise interest in youth hockey — for those who can afford it

Storm

Seattle Storm guards Jordin Canada, left, and Sue Bird watch the game against Atlanta during the second half, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019 in Seattle. 211361 (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)

Analysis: After exceeding expectations in 2019, can the Storm make another title run next year?

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If you had $15 to create your own Sonics dream team, who would you choose?

Sounders FC

Dallas FC’s Matt Hedges (24) kicks the ball out of bounds against Seattle Sounders defender Nouhou (5) during the MLS soccer game between the Seattle Sounders and Dallas FC on Sept. 18, 2019. 211519

Sounders settle for scoreless draw against FC Dallas

Cougars

Washington State Cougars quarterback Anthony Gordon (18) throws a pass against the Houston Cougars during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Sept. 13, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke) NYOTK54 NYOTK54

Analysis: What we learned in WSU’s 31-24 win over Houston

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High School Sports

Lake Stevens quarterback Tanner Jellison drops back to pass in the second quarter. Lincoln played Lake Stevens in a football game at the Lincoln Bowl in Tacoma, Wash., on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019.

Lake Stevens beats another ranked foe, Lincoln, as it is putting state on notice

High Schools Sports Photos & Video

Eastlake’s Mae Bryant gets a piece of the net for herself after defeating Lewis and Clark for the 4A Girls title. Eastlake played Lewis and Clark in the Girls 4A State Basketball Championship Game Saturday, March 2, 2019 at the Tacoma Dome. 209429
High School Sports

Photos: State high-school basketball championships  VIEW

Bellevue’s Makenna Rubin competes in the 100 mtr diving event during the state swimming and diving championships at King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way on Saturday, November 10. 208326
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Photos: State girls swimming and diving championships  VIEW

Gig Harbor teammates celebrate their win over the Holy Names Academy Cougars during the state 3A girl’s soccer championships at Sparks Stadium on Saturday, November 17. 208327
High School Sports

Photos: Girls state soccer championships  VIEW

Ellensburg’s Tia Hill wins the 2A 300 meter hurdles at Mount Tahoma High School in Tacoma, Wash. Friday, May 25, 2018. 206350
High School Sports

Photos: State track and field championships  VIEW

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Bob Rule, star center for expansion Sonics team, dies at 75

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Deep Reads

For Seattle Pilots, baseball update 4/11/69 photo: seattle pilots take to the field for their first season at Sicks’ Stadium.

How, in one zany, quirky season, the Seattle Pilots became so much more than a footnote in history | Larry Stone  VIEW

Sports Photography

Tyler Lockett runs the sideline Sunday at Heinz Field as the Seahawks prepare for a non-divisional match with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Seattle Seahawks played the Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Action Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA. 211478
Seahawks

Photos: Seahawks beat the Steelers, 28-26  VIEW

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf makes a catch during warmups before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear) OTK OTK
Seahawks

Photos: Seahawks beat the Bengals, 21-20, in season opener  VIEW

Jockey Abel Cedillo atop the horse Law Abidin Citizen takes the lead at the last moment to win the Longacres Mile at Emerald Downs on Sunday, August 11. 211144
Horse Racing

Law Abidin Citizen likes dirt just fine, wins Longacres Mile at Emerald Downs  VIEW

In the final race of the day, the HomeStreet Bank Cup goes to J. Michael Kelly driving his Graham Trucking hydro (with a replacement fiberglass cowl from another boat), was declared the winner 60-minutes after the end of the race on a penality. 210446
Local News

Sun shines bright on Sunday hydro action at Seattle’s Seafair  VIEW

Sports Video

Major League BaseballAround the League

LEADING OFF: Braves set to clinch, Cubs try to regroup

A look at what's happening around the majors today: POPPIN' Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Braves are poised to break out the bubbly, with a magic number of one to clinch their second straight NL East title. They can celebrate when Mike Foltynewicz (7-5, 4.80 ERA) starts at SunTrust Park against San Francisco. A win...  VIEW

National Football LeagueAround the League

Nike drops Patriots’ Brown amid 2d sexual misconduct charge

Nike has cut ties with Antonio Brown, and New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick is through answering questions about his embattled receiver. Belichick cut short his regular media availability Friday, a day after a second woman accused the Patriots receiver of sexual misconduct. The coach said the team is looking into "some things," then refused...

National Basketball AssociationAround the League

US keeps top spot in FIBA men’s world rankings; Spain No. 2

USA Basketball has kept its No. 1 spot in the FIBA world men's rankings, even after a disappointing seventh-place showing in the World Cup that ended earlier this week. It's now nine-years-and-counting in the top spot for the U.S., which has held the No. 1 ranking since winning the 2010 world championship. World Cup champion...