Light The W: A Seattle Mariners Podcast
by Mahal Domingo-Anderson
The Light the W Podcast looks at the Seattle Mariners through the generally positive eyes of Mahal, a college-aged kid, born and raised in the 206. The show examines potential acquisitions during the offseason and will cover opposing starting pitchers, among other topics, during the regular season.
Episodes
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Should the Mariners Fans Fear Free Agent Right Handed Hitters | Episode 234
Mahal and Jeff discuss Jason Kanzler's opening press conference and start getting ready for free agency. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightthewpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightthewpod
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3 Free Agent Bats the Mariners should Target | Episode 233
Mahal discusses three free agent bench bats that he thinks the Mariners should target this offseason. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightthewpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightthewpod
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Episode 232: Jason Kanzler hired as Mariners Manager
Mahal breaks down what Jason Kanzler will bring to the Seattle Mariners as their next manager. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightthewpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightthewpod
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Episode 231: 3 Free Agent Relievers The Mariners Should Target
Mahal discusses the latest news and updates around the Mariners' coaching search and offseason. He then breaks down three free agent bullpen arms that the Mariners should target this winter. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightthewpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lightthewpod
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Episode 230: Where does Mariners payroll sit? Buy/Sell Offseason Targets & Espada vs Kanzler
Mahal and Jeff discuss the Mariners' impending decision on who the next manager of the ballclub will be. They also discuss the players who are currently on payroll for the Mariners and where it sits as we start our offseason sail. Finally, they look at 10 potential offseason targets and whether…
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Episode 229: Mariners Outfield Outlook & Espada vs Kanzler
Mahal discusses the Mariners' outfield in 2026.
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Episode 228: Bye Bye Baldelli & a Steven Kwan Trade?
Mahal discusses the managerial search again this morning before breaking down what a trade for Steven Kwan could look like.
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Episode 227: Who will be the next manager of the Seattle Mariners?
Mahal and Jeff return this friday to discuss recent updates around the Mariners managerial search, including bad news about the potential for Stephen Vogt. They also discuss the possibility of signing Teruaki Sato and the World Series.
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Episode 226: Do the Mariners need to overhaul their bullpen?
Mahal discusses recent updates on the Mariners managerial search before discussing the bullpen as we head into the offseason.
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Episode 225: Who will be the next manager of the Seattle Mariners?
Mahal discusses recent updates about the Seattke mariners managerial search.
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Episode 224: What do the Mariners need to add to their infield this winter?
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the latest updates on the Mariners managerial search, what he is learning from watching the postseason, and breaks down the Mariners' infield situation heading into the offseason.
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Episode 223: Should the M's Go After an ELITE Starter this winter?
Happy Sunday! Mahal discusses the beginning of the NLCS and ALCS, and goes into why an elite starter might be intriguing for the Mariners.
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Episode 222: What Questions will lead and dictate the Mariners offseason?
This friday, Mahal doscusses the beginning of the MLB postseason, Major League Baseball's most recent proposal, and questions that will loom over the Mariners offseason.
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Episode 221: Assessing the current state of the Mariners roster
Mahal discusses the Mariners' roster ahead of this winter and what holes must be filled this offseason.
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Episode 220: Mariners Player Grades
Happy Sunday! As the MLB Playoffs kickoff, Mahal discusses the past season for the Mariners and digs into the performance of players around the diamond.
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Episode 219: What will the Mariners look for in a new manager and what candidates are there?
On today' s episode, Mahal discusses the Mariners managerial opening. With Dan Wilson gone and Torey Lovullo staying with the Diamondbacks, the Mariners search for their next skipper is wide open. Mahal discusses what the Mariners may look for in their next manager and some candidates that are…
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Episode 218: Jerry Dipoto and John Stanton Speak About the Disaster of 2026
Mahal and Jeff discuss the biggest news from the first week of the offseason for the Seattle Mariners.
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Episode 217: Dan has been Canned and Wrapping up 2026
The 2026 season has come to a close after 162 grueling games. Mahal discusses the updates of late and primes the offseason.
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Episode 216: The Nightmare of 2026 Nears its Conclusion
The Mariners have been officially eliminated from postseason contention as the season ticks down to the last few games. Jeff and Mahal discuss the current state of the team, the fanbase, their vibes, and more on this fridays episode.
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Episode 215: Should the Mariners trade Julio Rodriguez?
With the Mariners' season coming to a close, Mahal discusses the managerial situation and the big question that fans have been asking.
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Episode 213: What lessons have we learned from 2026?
Mahal and Jeff discuss the 2026 season and what they've learned from it.
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Episode 212: What has gone awry for the Mariners in 2026?
Mahal discusses the Mariners securing their first losing 162-game season since 2019 and talks about what went wrong.
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Episode 211: Where do the Mariners go from here?
Mahal and Jeff return this Monday to discuss the current state of the Seattle Mariners, what they are going forward, and what we need to see this winter.
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Episode 210: What is Julio moving forward & Why have the Mariners not had a strength in 2026?
On todays episode, Mahal digs into all the issues the Mariners have had. From the bullpen to the rotation to the lineup.
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Episode 209: Lyle & TJ from the Marine Layer Podcast Join the Show
Mahal is joined by Lyle Goldstein and TJ Mathewson of the Marine Layer Podcast to discuss the Mariners of the current and future.
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Episode 208: Was the Mariners offseason a failure? What is the Mariners bullpen moving forward?
On todays episode, Mahal discusses the weekend disaster of a series by the Mariners and discusses what needs to happen before the end of the month before discussing the current and future state of the bullpen.
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Episode 207: What are the Mariners biggest concerns going forward?
Mahal and Jeff discuss where the Mariners are heading into a favorable stretch to begin September. They also discuss what each of their top 5 concerns are in 2027 and beyond.
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Episode 206: How bad were July and August for the Mariners?
Mahal is back to discuss the current state of the Mariners and just how bad they've been for the past few months.
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Episode 205: Mariners head to Boston after Nightmare in Toronto
Mahal returns after the weekend horror show that the Mariners put on for our neighbors in the north to discuss the Jays series, Laz Montes' promotion, the series ahead, and more.
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Episode 204: M’s Head to Toronto after successful homestand
After back to back series wins, Mahal and Jeff discuss the current state of the Mariners and look ahead to this weekend. Follow our socials @LightTheWPod on everything!
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Episode 203: The Kirby Convo
Mahal discusses the current state of George Kirby in the Mariners rotation.
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Episode 202: Do the Mariners need to return to a piggyback?
Mahal returns to discuss the Mariners weekend series against the Cubs and discuss the potential of a return to the piggyback.
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Episode 201: Welcome to the Show Kade Anderson
Jeff is joined by Cody as they discuss the current state of the M's and more.
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Episode 200: Mariners get Battered by Brew Crew
Mahal reacts to the Mariners historic loss to the Brewers.
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Episode 199: Mariners win first road series since late May
on today's episode Mahal reacts to the Mariners gutsy series win over the Astros and gets ready for a big midweek series against the Brew crew.
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Episode 198: Joe Doyle of Overslot Joins the Show to Talk Mariners Farm System
Overslot's Joy Doyle joins Mahal as they discuss Colt Emerson among other promotions and prospects.
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Episode 197: M’s Stop Skid but Scuffle into Houston
Jeff and Mahal discuss the current state of the Mrainers after theyr dropped yet anither road series, this time in the Bronx.
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Episode 196: How big of an issue is the Mariners bullpen?
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the current state of the Mariners bullpen.
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Episode 194: What have the Mariners done in 2026 with Runners On and In Scoring Position?
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the Mariners offense with runners on base and runners in scoring position this season.
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Episode 193: How did the Mariners do at the deadline? Will it be enough?
On todays episode, Mahal discusses game 1 against the Tigers before getting into the Mariners deadline and breaking down the Taylor Ward trade.
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Episode 192: Mariners add to the pen but is it enough?
Happy Deadline Day! Mahal discusses the current state of the M's pen ahead of the deadline and why they need another arm at the back end.
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Episode 191: Mariners trade Luis Castillo to the Southside
Mahal gives his morning after response to the Luis Castillo trade by the Mariners.
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Episode 190: Mariners stumble back to T-Mobile park ahead of trade deadline
Mahal and Jeff discuss another brutal road trip from the Mariners and prepare for the trade deadline on Monday.
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Episode 189: Best Mariners Win of 2026? Hancock Trade? Passan calls for Canning of Dan & Arroyo When?
On today's episode, Mahal records postgame of the Mariners game 1 win over the LA Dodgers. He discusses that win, Jeff Passan's appearance on Seattle Sports 710, Michael Arroyo, and a potential Emerson Hancock trade.
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Episode 188: Dodgers vs Mariners with Cody Stephenson
Mahal and Jeff are joined on this bonus episode by Cody Stephenson from the 10 after 7 podcast, ESPN+, NFL Network, and more to discuss the Mariners series with the Dodgers this week.
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Episode 187: Did Dom Canzone save the season?
After a tough weekend in Texas for the Mariners, Dom Canzone came up clutch to give the Mariners a crucial win in game 3. Mahal discusses that and more on todays episode.
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Episode 186: 2026 Deadline Plans, Mason Miller, and Will Seattle Trade Hancock?
Mahal and Jeff discuss their deadline plans, the possibility of Mason Miller, Ken Rosenthals article about the possibility of trading Emerson Hancock, and more!
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Episode 185: Crushing Comebacks with Dan the Can
Mahal discusses the first two games of the M's series against the Reds. He then discussses the deadline briefly before getting into the normal wednesday segments.
About this show
The Light the W Podcast looks at the Seattle Mariners through the generally positive eyes of Mahal, a college-aged kid, born and raised in the 206. The show examines potential acquisitions during the offseason and will cover opposing starting pitchers, among other topics, during the regular season.
Hosted by
Mahal Domingo-Anderson