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Paul Taylor

Paul Taylor

Joined: Jul 18, 2014

Paul is a FanSided NHL site expert and MLB contributor. He graduated with a first class BA honours journalism & media degree, and has covered numerous MLS, CFL, NHL, MLB, NFL & NLL events over the years dating back to 2010, while being fortunate enough to interview various sporting personalities one-on-one, including Roger Goodell. Previously worked for the BBC and has had his writing featured on Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report and other major publications. Throughout it all, his one message for anyone in this industry is to never take it for granted.

Jul 13, 2014; Seattle, WA, USA; Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Sonny Gray (54) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners can forget about obtaining Sonny Gray

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Jun 25, 2017; Portland, OR, USA; Seattle Sounders midfielder Clint Dempsey (2) looks at the Timbers Army after scoring the game-tying goal against the Portland Timbers in the second half at Providence Park. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Sounders snatch a point with last-gasp equalizer

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Dec 30, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Syracuse Orange interim head coach Mike Hopkins gestures from the bench against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half at the Petersen Events Center. PITT won 72-61. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Huskies: Mike Hopkins shows pedigree to sign Hameir Wright

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Aug 28, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Timbers forward Fanendo Adi (9) scores a goal during the first half in a game against the Seattle Sounders at Providence Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Sounders aim to end road-woes versus Portland Timbers

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Sep 20, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Hisashi Iwakuma (18) sits in the dugout after being relieved against the Toronto Blue Jays during the fourth inning at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: Another setback for Hisashi Iwakuma

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May 13, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Seattle Sounders defender Chad Marshall (14) during the first half at Toyota Park. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Sounders: Another milestone for Chad Marshall

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Sep 23, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano (22) and third baseman Kyle Seager (15) celebrate designated hitter Nelson Cruz (23) home run in the eighth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Mariners: 3 reasons they will still have realistic shot at the All-Star break

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Dec 8, 2015; Syracuse, NY, USA; Syracuse Orange head coach designate Mike Hopkins speaks with the press after the Colgate Raiders game at the Carrier Dome. Syracuse won 78-51. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

Washington Huskies: Mike Hopkins looking ahead to 2019

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Sep 7, 2015; Detroit, MI, USA; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Drew Smyly (33) in the dugout against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: When will Drew Smyly actually return?

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Jun 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Sounders FC midfielder Gustav Svensson (4) and midfielder Osvaldo Alonso (6) celebrate following a 1-0 victory against the Houston Dynamo at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Sounders claim crucial win over the best in the West

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Oct 12, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Pyrotechnics are fired at the conclusion of the national anthem before a game between the Houston Dynamo and Seattle Sounders FC at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Sounders face Houston Dynamo with history on their side

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May 31, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais (9) stands in the dugout before a game against the Colorado Rockies at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: One step forward, two steps back

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May 31, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher James Paxton (65) reacts after getting the final out of the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: James Paxton continues where he left off

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May 31, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Crew SC forward Justin Meram (9) shoot the ball and scores in the first half of the match against the Seattle Sounders at MAPFRE Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Sounders make no excuses after loss in Columbus

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Apr 6, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Seattle Mariners right fielder Mitch Haniger (17) is congratulated by third base coach Manny Acta (14) after hitting a home run during the third inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: When will Mitch Haniger return?

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Apr 19, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano (22) smiles at starting pitcher Felix Hernandez (34) as he is relieved from the mound during the seventh inning against the Miami Marlins at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: Hang in there, the cavalry is coming

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