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Damage done? Lorena Martin’s racism claim against Mariners stains the organization

Mariners Lorena Martin during the third day of spring training workout, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, in Peoria, Ariz. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)

Lorena Martin made shocking allegations of racist and sexist comments against the Mariners, who strongly denied them. No matter how it's resolved, it's a damaging blow to an organization that seems to be in constant turmoil.

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.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) was scrambling all afternoon as the Los Angeles Rams play the Seattle Seahawks at the Los Angeles Coliseum in Los Angeles CA, on November 11, 2018. 208243

The Seahawks have lost their once-legendary comeback magic. That’s a problem.

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

Seattle Times Week 11 NFL Power Rankings: Seahawks and Packers tangle on Thursday fighting for their playoff hopes

The Seahawks have fluctuated up and down in our power rankings all year, they've fallen out of the top half again after last week's defeat to the Rams.

Washington head coach Mike Hopkins directs his team against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt) ALVH107 ALVH107

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‘Get out of the bus!’ UW coach Mike Hopkins details the Huskies’ escape from fire on the team bus

Mike Hopkins says a fire on a team bus turned into a "weird" team bonding for the Huskies who sang songs and listened to music while stranded on the side of an Alabama highway in the the middle of the night for two hours 40 degree weather.

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.