Northwest Sports Mariners head to Fenway, Kraken continue offseason of changes, WWU softball honored for dominant sweep and more

The Seattle Mariners, riding a wave of success with four series wins and eight victories in their last ten games, face the Boston Red Sox, who have also been performing well. A win for the Mariners and a loss for the Texas Rangers would clinch first place in the AL West for Seattle. The Kraken's organization is undergoing significant changes, promoting Ron Francis to president of hockey operations after parting ways with coach Dan Bylsma just one season in. This restructuring reflects the team's commitment to becoming a consistent playoff contender. In other news, the Storm announced that guard Nika Muhl will miss the 2025 season due to an ACL injury sustained during her time with a Turkish club.

Western Washington University's softball team has been recognized as GNAC Team of the Week after sweeping Central Washington, showcasing their dominance by outscoring them 49-5. Emma Andrewjeski-Ramirez's standout performance earned her GNAC Player of the Week honors, highlighting the team's strong offensive capabilities. The Viks' success guarantees them a spot in the upcoming GNAC tournament as they look to clinch the regular-season title.