Kate Preusser and John Trupin are joined by WFAA Texas Rangers beat writer and storyteller Levi Weaver to preview the upcoming series between the Rangers and the Mariners. Tales of bullpen heartache, early injuries, and Adrian Beltré and Tom Wilhelmsen adoration are traded. Levi discusses his unconventional pathway to a career in baseball writing. Kate and John do their best to avoid divine judgment while recording in the middle of a thunderstorm and Levi reveals himself to be the black sheep of a family of cowboy church preachers and the head of your new favorite Twitter account. Twitter questions are answered as always, including a Rangers fan’s perspective on the delightful Félix-Beltré friendly rivalry matchups, A.J. Griffin's pacifism, and Jerry Dipoto as a dessert on the share table at lunch.

Other Topics Include: Life Lessons Through Sheep Riding, Two Turtle Coaches, Joey Gallohmygod, The Island of Dr. Morneau, Camaraderie(?), and more.

Music: Lyle Lovett - That's Right (You're Not From Texas), Rainbow Kitten Surprise - Devil Like Me

Episode 12: Talking Texas Rangers and Mutton Bustin' with Levi Weaver

Kate and John are joined by staff writers Isabelle Minasian and Jake Mailhot to debate the fantastic production of the Mariners' outfield so far. Jake champions Ben Gamel, John claims Mitch Haniger, Isabelle campaigns for Guillermo Heredia, and Kate takes the task of defending The Field. They debate the season so far, the best moments of each player, and their future gifts. Kate is distracted by minor league push notifications. Afterwards, Twitter questions are taken on the outfield of the past, present, and future, as well as mountain climbing races, potential catcher replacements, and situational acrobatics.

Other Topics Include: How Bad Was Casey Fien?, How to Keep a Mariner Safe, Parents Ruining Players, Danny Valencia Knowing a Guy, and more.

Music: TheSportReel - That's What Speed Do, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Riding (Day), The National - The System Only Dreams In Total Darkness

Episode 13: The Outfield Quadragon

The official podcast for the Seattle Mariners SB Nation Blog, Lookout Landing. Hosted by Managing Editor Kate Preusser and Editor John Trupin. (2017)