... season (for the Mariners, at least), and my wife and I decided to attend Friday night's matchup against the Texas Rangers.

Walking to Safeco Field, I caught a glance at Qwest Field's exterior display and enjoyed a quick laugh.

Three years ago, nothing would have struck me about the the Seattle Seahawks' 2009 schedule stretched next the North Entrance of Qwest Field. This year, however, the faces staring back at me stirred up loyalty, resent, and sorrow. 

The schedule (image here) proudly boasts a trio of Seattle's best players; QB Matt Hasselbeck, CB Marcus Trufant, and LT Walter Jones.