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The Washington #Huskies hung with the No. 6 Oregon Ducks before ultimately falling 26-14.

What kept UW from coming through once again in a game against a big-time Big Ten program?
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/huskies-come-up-short-against-playoff-bound-ducks
Huskies Come Up Short Against Playoff-Bound Ducks — Emerald City Spectrum
The Washington Huskies hung with the No. 6 Oregon Ducks before ultimately falling 26-14. What kept UW from coming through once again in a game against a big-time Big Ten program?
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November 30, 2025 at 3:43 AM
The #Cougars have been hindered by subpar offensive showings after halftime all season and to make a bowl game, they will have to find a way to overcome that flaw with a shot to get payback against their lone Pac-12 rival.

Keys to victory in Pullman:
https://ow.ly/snPV50XzvzO
Analysis: Two Keys For Washington State to Enact Revenge vs. Oregon State — Emerald City Spectrum
The Cougars have been hindered by subpar offensive showings after halftime all season and to make a bowl game, they will have to find a way to overcome that flaw with a shot to get payback against their lone Pac-12 rival.
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November 29, 2025 at 10:51 PM
The Washington #Huskies will try to knock Oregon out of the College Football Playoff on Saturday.

What does UW need to do to have a chance against the No. 6 Ducks, and who else will win Big Ten games this week?
https://ow.ly/aGxI50Xzkq9
Big Ten Picks: Huskies Take Shot at Sinking Ducks’ CFP Plans — Emerald City Spectrum
The Washington Huskies will try to knock Oregon out of the College Football Playoff on Saturday. What does UW need to do to have a chance against the No. 6 Ducks, and who else will win Big Ten games this week?
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November 29, 2025 at 6:27 AM
With a bowl bid still up for grabs, the Washington State #Cougars will be hoping for home cooking to lead to a sixth win and a bit of revenge against rival Oregon State in a rare regular season rematch.

Can the Cougs clinch a bowl bid? Preview:
https://ow.ly/iu4t50Xzf6Y
Preview: Zevi Eckhaus, Washington State Seek Revenge and Bowl Bid vs. Oregon State — Emerald City Spectrum
With a bowl bid still up for grabs, Washington State will be hoping for home cooking to lead to a sixth win and a bit of revenge against rival Oregon State in a rare regular season rematch.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:05 AM
After two impressive wins, #Gonzaga didn't come to play against Michigan in the Players Eras Festival Championship, losing by its most points ever in the Mark Few era.

How did the Zags implode against the Wolverines?
https://ow.ly/UNFW50Xywfl
‘I Don’t Think We Competed’: Gonzaga Dominated by Michigan 101-61 in Players Era Championship — Emerald City Spectrum
In a game anticipated as one of the best in all of non-conference, Gonzaga didn't come to play against Michigan in the Players Eras Festival Championship, losing by its most points ever in the Mark Few era. What went wrong for the Zags in their matchup with the Wolverines?
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November 27, 2025 at 7:57 AM
The sack numbers haven’t been there yet for Derick Hall in 2025, but it can be argued the third-year edge defender has been one of the most disruptive players on Mike Macdonald’s unit this season.

Is he emerging as a cornerstone for the #Seahawks future?
https://ow.ly/8unY50Xysg0
Derick Hall Thriving as One of Seahawks’ Biggest Macdonald-Era Risers — Emerald City Spectrum
The sack numbers haven’t been there yet for Derick Hall in 2025, but looking beyond that metric, it can be argued the third-year edge defender has been one of the most disruptive players on Mike Macdonald’s unit for the Seahawks this season.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:37 PM
The #Storm may have drafted Olivia Miles in the 2025 WNBA Draft, but the playmaking guard opted to return to school.

Will she be the prime target at pick No. 3 this year after a season at TCU?
https://ow.ly/fZnM50Xysb1
Analysis: Is Olivia Miles Still Best Option For Storm at No. 3 Overall? — Emerald City Spectrum
TCU guard Olivia Miles was nearly the Seattle Storm’s pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft before she returned to college. Is Miles still the best pick for Seattle in 2026?
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November 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
WATCH: The #Huskies may not have a shot anymore at making the College Football Playoff field. But entering their season finale, they can take their biggest rival out of the festivities as well.

Can they play the spoiler role on Saturday?
https://ow.ly/iRZH50Xysan via Aaron Coe
WATCH: Can Huskies Play Spoiler, Knock Rival Ducks Out of College Football Playoff? — Emerald City Spectrum
The Huskies may not have a shot anymore at making the College Football Playoff field. But entering their season finale, they can take their biggest rival out of the festivities as well, further amplifying the upcoming matchup in Seattle.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:32 PM
#Gonzaga posted one of its better three-point shooting games in program history during a 100-61 rout of Maryland, pushing the Zags into the Players Era Festival Championship game.

Who stood out in another big win for the Bulldogs?
https://ow.ly/Mmgb50XxW4L
Gonzaga Mashes Maryland 100-61, Advances to Face Michigan in Players Era Festival Championship — Emerald City Spectrum
Gonzaga posted one of its better three-point shooting games in program history during a 100-61 rout of Maryland, pushing the Zags into the Players Era Festival Championship game. Who stood out in another big win for the Bulldogs?
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November 26, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Coming off a scoreless outing against the Islanders on Sunday, the #Kraken appear likely to gain a boost to their offensive production against the Stars on Wednesday with one of their top players returning to the lineup.

Details:
https://ow.ly/OY8a50XxRR2 via @Joe_Poho
Jared McCann Trending Towards Return for Seattle Kraken After Long Injury Absence — Emerald City Spectrum
Coming off a scoreless outing against the Islanders on Sunday, the Kraken appear likely to gain a boost to their offensive production against the Stars on Wednesday with one of their top players returning to the lineup.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM
For the first time so far this season, #Gonzaga was tasked with closing out a game and completed the challenge, earning a huge 95-85 victory over an Alabama team ranked above them in the AP Poll.

What fueled the Zags' biggest win so far?
https://ow.ly/LoYW50Xxklu
Gonzaga Grabs Statement 95-85 Win Over Alabama at Players Era Festival — Emerald City Spectrum
For the first time so far this season, Gonzaga was tasked with closing out a game and completed the challenge, earning a huge 95-85 victory over an Alabama team ranked above them in the AP Poll. What fueled the Zags' biggest win so far?
ow.ly
November 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Despite a slump for much of his time with the 2025 #Mariners, Eugenio Suárez still provided some of the biggest magic in the team’s ALCS run.

Should "good vibes only" return to T-Mobile for 2026?
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/should-mariners-bring-eugenio-suarez-back-2026
Analysis: Should Mariners Bring Third Baseman Eugenio Suárez Back for 2026 Season? — Emerald City Spectrum
Despite a slump for much of his time with the 2025 Mariners, Eugenio Suárez still provided some of the biggest magic in the team’s ALCS run. But should Seattle bring “good vibes only” back to T-Mobile for 2026?
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November 25, 2025 at 4:24 AM
In what has become an unfortunate trend in 2025, the #Cougars gave a College Football Playoff contender a run for its money on the road on Saturday, only for James Madison to steal the win late.

What went wrong to put Wazzu's bowl hopes in jeopardy?
https://ow.ly/PBPG50XxbXa
Monday Musings: Washington State Upset Bid Falls Short in 24-20 Loss to James Madison — Emerald City Spectrum
In what has become an unfortunate trend in 2025, Washington State gave a College Football Playoff contender a run for its money on the road on Saturday, only for James Madison to score two long touchdowns after halftime to steal the win.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
The Seattle #Reign announced on Monday that they had extended 38-year-old legendary Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock for one more season.

What could that mean for her future?
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/seattle-reign-extend-jess-fishlock-2026-season
Reign Extend Jess Fishlock for 2026 — Emerald City Spectrum
The Seattle Reign announced on Monday that they had extended 38-year-old legendary Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock for one more season. What does that mean for her future?
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November 24, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Looking to build around Dominique Malonga, the #Storm landed a top-three pick for the second straight WNBA Draft, creating a prime opportunity to land a new running mate for the rising star.

Details:
https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/home/storm-land-3rd-pick-in-2026-wnba-draft
Storm Land 3rd Pick in 2026 WNBA Draft — Emerald City Spectrum
The Seattle Storm were awarded the No. 3 pick in Sunday night’s WNBA Draft Lottery. Seattle will have a chance to pair another young star with former No. 2 pick Dominique Malonga.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:55 PM
25-year-old third baseman Ben Williamson flashed the leather quite a bit during his time with the #Mariners in 2025.

But will he be able to transfer his consistent late-summer batsmanship in Triple-A to the big leagues in 2026?
https://ow.ly/vlSA50XwRNK
Hot Corner Glove, Uncertain Bat: Can Ben Williamson Become M’s Everyday Third Baseman? — Emerald City Spectrum
25-year-old third baseman Ben Williamson flashed the leather quite a bit during his time with the Mariners in 2025, but will he be able to transfer his consistent late-summer batsmanship in Triple-A to the big leagues in 2026?
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November 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Snapping a three-game losing streak, #Gonzaga women’s basketball got back in the win column against Eastern Washington in a 79-60 victory.

What are the overall takeaways from the Zags so far through six games?
https://ow.ly/15CR50XwQyN
Gonzaga WBB Survives Eastern Washington's Surge to Snap Three-Game Skid With 79-60 Win — Emerald City Spectrum
Gonzaga women’s basketball got back in the win column against Eastern Washington, beating the Eagles 79-60 to snap a three-game losing streak. What are the overall takeaways from the Zags so far through six games?
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November 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
“His body control is second to none."

"Every opportunity he has to make a play, he's doing it."

Running routes with the precision of a Van Gogh brush stroke, the #Seahawks rising superstar receiver continued to wow in another record-breaking performance:
https://ow.ly/NRpM50XwQ2e
Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s Record-Breaking Artistry on Full Display in Seahawks’ 30-24 Win in Nashville — Emerald City Spectrum
Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s brilliance has made his accomplishments each week seem almost ordinary. But seeing the artist at work in the Music City put the rising superstar on another pedestal with one record after another falling and the biggest one well within reach.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Backed by a bunch of turnovers on defense, the Washington #Huskies football team picked up a rare win at the Rose Bowl over UCLA in dominant fashion on Saturday.

What led to UW crushing the Bruins 48-14?
https://ow.ly/soiT50XwxXn
Huskies Comes up Roses in Pasadena, Crush UCLA 48-14 — Emerald City Spectrum
The Washington Huskies football team picked up a rare win at the Rose Bowl over UCLA in dominant fashion on Saturday. What led to UW crushing the Bruins 48-14?
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November 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
After already missing the previous two games, the #Seahawks will be without their standout rookie playmaker for at least another month as he continues to battle through a shin injury.

Details:
https://ow.ly/R6Zk50XwqMy
Seahawks Place WR Tory Horton on Injured Reserve, Elevate 2 From Practice Squad to Face Titans — Emerald City Spectrum
After already missing the previous two games, the Seahawks will be without their standout rookie playmaker for at least another month as he continues to battle through a shin injury.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:29 AM
Playing in their first regular season game as a franchise, the #Torrent got off to a torrid start in Vancouver, only to see the game slip away in an overtime defeat.

Who stood out in Seattle's debut and how did things unravel late in B.C.?
https://ow.ly/9Xr950Xwiss
Torrent Start Fast, Lose Inaugural Game to Goldeneyes 4-3 in Overtime — Emerald City Spectrum
Playing in their first regular season game as a franchise, the Torrent got off to a torrid start in Vancouver, only to see the game slip away in an overtime defeat.
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November 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM
The #Torrent battled until the end, but came up just short in overtime in their inaugural regular season game against the Goldeneyes.
November 22, 2025 at 9:05 AM
🟢Left-handed pitching help in the rotation AND bullpen?
⚪A new leadoff hitter to set the table for Big Dumper, Julio?
🟢Defensive upgrade in RF?

Six trades #Mariners could make to bolster roster this offseason:
https://ow.ly/1zUN50Xw7bO
Analysis: Six Trades Mariners Could Make to Bolster Roster This Offseason — Emerald City Spectrum
While the Mariners will be looking to the free agent market for re-signings and new additions, the trade arena offers another avenue for boosting the team in 2026. What are some of the deals they could look at closing in the winter?
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November 22, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Finally hitting the ice for the first time as a franchise, the #Torrent will head up I-5 to Vancouver to battle a fellow expansion franchise in the Goldeneyes, looking for a quick start to their first season in the PWHL.

What should fans watch for in the team's PWHL debut?
https://ow.ly/23VF50Xw4I6
Preview: Torrent Open Inaugural Season in Vancouver vs. Goldeneyes — Emerald City Spectrum
Finally hitting the ice for the first time as a franchise, the Torrent will head up I-5 to Vancouver to battle a fellow expansion franchise in the Goldeneyes, looking for a quick start to their first season in the PWHL.
ow.ly
November 21, 2025 at 10:11 PM