Sports with Art Thiel

'The bleakest outlook': Mariners' woes could get worse

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 24 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel describes the Mariners' six-game losing streak as "the bleakest outlook they've had all season."And it could get worse this weekend.

Wait could be longer for Sonics fans; Kings sold to Calif. investors

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:00:00 +0000

The effort to bring the Sacramento Kings to Seattle is officially over. After the NBA Board of Governors voted Wednesday to deny relocation of the Kings to Seattle, the team has now been sold to California investors.

The Sacramento Bee reports a Sacramento investors group has reached a deal with the Maloof family to buy the Kings for an NBA record valuation of $535 million.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel phoned in a report on the deal late Thursday night.

Sounders, fans hoping they can dig out of big hole

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:00:00 +0000

The Seattle Sounders FC stunned Sporting Kansas City Wednesday by scoring late in stoppage time to win 1-0 in dramatic fashion. It was a thrill that fans haven't experienced that often this season.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel points to the team's recent roster change as a factor.

A 'win-win-win' idea for Kings sale, NBA in Seattle

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:24:46 +0000

The NBA Board of Governors is expected to vote May 15 on the recommendation by its relocation committee to keep the Sacramento Kings from moving to Seattle. But investor Chris Hansen is refusing to give up.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel has his own idea for how to solve this whole mess.

Boston bombing will not deter marathoners, sports-loving city

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

"Of all the cities…and of all the sports.”

That’s what KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel is saying about this week’s deadly bombing at the Boston Marathon. Art says the attack will only strengthen the resolve of marathon runners and the sports-loving city.

Sacramento or Seattle? Why NBA commish wants Kings to stay put

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

The battle between Seattle and Sacramento investors over the Kings basketball team has taken a few more turns. The most interesting one is the revelation that NBA commissioner David Stern appears to want to keep the team in Sactown.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel explains why.

Sonics fans left to wait; Kings decision likely delayed

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:00:00 +0000

Why the delay? That’s what a lot of Sonics fans in Seattle are asking, after a meeting of NBA owners this week regarding the future of the Sacramento Kings.

Seattle and Sacramento groups made competing bids and NBA commissioner David Stern says it will likely take longer than expected to reach a decision.

Should Seattle go for 2024 Summer Olympics?

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:00:00 +0000

A lot of people are talking about Seattle being one of the U.S. cities inquiring about a bid to host the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Is the city ready for something like this? KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel looks at the pros and cons.

Zags deserve No.1 ranking; Seattle hosts Pac-12 women's tourney

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:00:00 +0000

College basketball is big news in Washington right now. Gonzaga is the No. 1 team in the nation for the first time in school – and state – history.

The Husky and Cougar men are playing in the Pac-12 tournament this weekend in Las Vegas. And Seattle is hosting the Pac-12 women’s tournament.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel weighs in on it all.

Young Mariner veterans need to step up this season

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 13:00:00 +0000

The Mariners begin spring training play this weekend in Arizona.

KPLU sports commentator shares his thoughts on the new additions to the team and his concerns about some young returning players.

Lovefest for Felix; M's pitcher now highest paid hurler in baseball

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 13:00:00 +0000

First came the American League Cy Young Award in 2010. Then, last year’s perfect game.

But KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel says nothing compares to the outpouring of emotion he witnessed this week at Safeco Field as the Mariners’ Felix Hernandez signed a contract that makes him the highest-paid pitcher in baseball.

Mariners' Montero bewildered by link to drug scandal, victim of 'Lance Armstrong effect'

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Mariner catcher Jesus Montero has been linked to a clinic in Florida that’s under investigation for distributing performance-enhancing drugs. His name was found on a list.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel says it’s nothing more than that right now.

Why Seahawks fans should cheer for 49ers in Super Bowl

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Seahawks fans may have nothing but contempt for their division rivals the San Francisco 49ers. But when it comes to who to cheer for in the Super Bowl, KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel explains why it’s good to root for the 49ers over the Baltimore Ravens.

Ball in Sacramento's court in battle with Seattle over Kings

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:00:00 +0000

The agreement to sell the Sacramento Kings to a Seattle investment group - with the goal of moving the team to Seattle - is not a slam dunk. It still needs NBA approval. And momentum is growing in Sacramento to try to keep the Kings there.

KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel tries to clear up some of the confusion Seattle fans may have about what's going on.

Looking back at Seahawks' playoff loss, and ahead to next season

Kirsten Kendrick and Art Thiel — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:00:00 +0000

Seahawks fans still have a lot of anguish and, for some, anger about Sunday's playoff loss to Atlanta. KPLU sports commentator Art Thiel has some answers for fans, and a look ahead to next season.