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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.
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Episode 154: Randy has been awesome! Around the Horn, Down on the Farm & Seattle Sports Wraparound
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the first two games of the Astros series. Specifically, he talks about Randy Arozarena and what he has brought to this team in 2026. He then goes through the normal segments, discussing the Phillies, Yankees, Rays, Luke Stevenson, Mason Peters, and more!
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Episode 153: Why are the M’s struggling to find consistency?
Mahal discusses a tough weekend for the Ms
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Episode 152: Why the Mariners are fine even through their struggles
Mahal and Jeff discuss the league in general before discussing JP Crawford, Colt Emerson, Randy Arozarena, and more.
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Episode 151: MLB Draft Prospect Eli Herst joins the show
Eli Herst, a top prospect out of High School in this summer's MLB Draft and a commit to Vanderbilt, joined the show today. Herst talked with Mahal about his growth, who he is on and off the field, why he loves baseball, and what his future hopes and dreams are. The local product from Seattle Academy is a fantastic starting pitching prospect and is sure to draw lots of buzz this July.
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Episode 150: Mariners swept by KC & Host Braves for 3
After the Mariners had a brutal weekend at home vs the Royals, Mahal reflects on all the happenings of the weekend. He also talks about the potential of bringing up one of the Mariners' top prospects to supplement the current squad. Finally, he discusses the Braves coming to town this week ahead of two favorable matchups on a road trip beginning Friday.
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Episode 149: 1 month into 2026 - The good, the bad, & the future
Mahal and Jeff discuss month one of the Mariners' season! From Cole Young to Luis Castillo and everything in between!
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Episode 148: Luis Castillo, Around the Horn, Down on the Farm, & Seattle Sports Wraparound
On today's episode, Mahal debuts the new Wednesday format for episodes, including three new segments! He also discusses the start of 2026 for Luis Castillo.
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Episode 147: Sweeping St. Louis
Mahal discusses the Mariners' sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals over the weekend, including a dive into Cole Young.
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Episode 146: Rivas, Raley, & Where are the M’s at as they head to St. Louis
Mahal and Jeff discuss questions surrounding the Mariners. From takeaways after the A's series to goals for the St. Louis series to what we can expect Raley and Rivas to be, there is plenty to say about this struggling Seattle baseball team.
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Episode 145: Is the bullpen gonna be an issue?
The Mariners have had some issues to start this season, including the bullpen. Mahal gives his two cents on the pen for 2026.
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Episode 144: Mariners Win Series Over Texas!
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the weekend series win over the Rangers.
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Episode 143: Swept by San Diego
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the Mariners getting swept by San Diego before briefly discussing the weekend vs Texas.
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Episode 142: M's sweep the 'Stros and set sights on San Diego
On today's episode, Mahal and Jeff talk about the Mariners' sweep of the Houston Astros over the weekend and talk briefly about this week's series with the San Diego Padres.
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Episode 141: Mariners find form vs Houston, is it sustainable?
After three straight wins over the Houston Astros, things are picking up for the Seattle Mariners. How long will it last though is the question some have after a great weekend at T-Mobile Park.
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Episode 140: How can the Mariners Light the W this weekend?
The Mariners are on a 5 game skid and have started the season 4-9 in a year with huge expectations and aspirations. They can turn it around but the question is when and how. Mahal and Jeff discuss those questions and more on Episode 140 of the Light the W Podcast!
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Episode 139: What's wrong with the Mariners lineup?
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the Mariners offense and all the struggles it has had this season so far.
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Episode 138: M’s lose series to LAA & face TEX for 3
After a tough weekend, the Mariners head to the heart of Texas for a trio of fantastic pitching matchups and tough games.
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Episode 137: M’s drop final 2 to NYY & enter LAA series @ 3-4
Mahal and Jeff talk about all the recent happenings and news in Mariners land. They recap the Yankees series and preview the Angels weekend 3 game set.
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Episode 136: Emerson Extended, Dan the Man, & ABS
On today's episode, Mahal talks about all the recent happenings of Mariners baseball!
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Episode 135: M's Split Series with the Guardians & host Yankees for 3
On today's episode, Mahal discusses the weekend series split to open the Mariners season before previewing their upcoming three game set with the Bronx Bombers.
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Episode 134: Happy Opening Day - 2026 Mariners Preview Show
On today's episode, Mahal and Jeff celebrate Opening Day by oreviewing and predicting the 2026 Mariners season.
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Episode 133: Mariners Bullpen Preview
Mahal previews the arms in the back of the Mariners bullpen
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Episode 132: Sloan, Kirby, Young, & More - Weekend Recap
Opening week is here! And Mahal is here to talk about all the recent news around the Mariners! From the Spring Breakout game to Cole Young's brilliant spring and George Kirby's uptick in velocity in his recent start, Mahal breaks it all down.
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Episode 131: AL West Preview
On today's episode, Mahal and Jeff preview the AL West. From the Angels to the Astros, where will they finish in the division and how do their rosters look as we head into 2026.
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Episode 130: WBC Updates & M's Injury Updates
With JP Crawford and Bryce Miller both recovering from injuries, the Mariners may be without them on Opening Day. Who could fill in for both of those guys if they miss next Thursday's opener vs the Guardians?
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Episode 129: AL East Preview & AL Central Preview
On today's episode, Mahal and Jeff talk about the AL West and AL Central and how they pertain to the Mariners.
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Episode 128: How are the Mariners faring at the World Baseball Classic?
On today's episode, Mahald discusses the hot news around whether or not there is beef between Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena before getting into what all the different current Mariners have done thus far at the WBC.
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Episode 127: Outfield Preview
Mahal and Jeff preview all 6 of the outfielders expected to be on the Opening Day roster.
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Episode 126: WBC Preview & Predictions
On today's episode, Mahal talks about the world baseball classic and all the Mariners involved.
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Episode 125: Infield Preview
Mahal & Jeff talk about the Mariners infield as we inch closer towards Opening Day.
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Episode 124: How Can Cole Young Breakout?
On today's episode, Mahal does a full player profile on Mariners second baseman Cole Young.
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Episode 123: Welcome Back Mitch Garver & Bryce Miller's Offseason
On today's episode, Mahal talks about the M's bringing back Mitch Garver and what changes Bryce Miller made over the offseason.
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Episode 122: What's Hot At Spring Training This Week
Today, Mahal talks all the recent hot stories that are coming out of Peoria. From Josh Naylor's Seattle Sports Jerseys, to Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan, there are fresh stories all over.
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Episode 121: Starting Pitching Preview
Jeff joins Mahal and the pair talk all things starting pitching for the Mariners.
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Episode 119: Where can Seattle upgrade before Opening Day?
On today's episode, Mahal looks at three parts of the roster that the Mariners could upgrade the roster. From backup catcher to bullpen arm, Mahal looks at upgrades and acquisitions across the board.
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Episode 118: How does Donovan affect the Mariners roster? Is Seattle the team to beat in the AL?
Jeff joins Mahal on today's episode and the pair discuss a bunch of questions around the Mariners. Listen now to hear them discuss Brendan Donovan, Victor Robles, Framber Valdez, the Super Bowl, and more.
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Episode 117: Breaking down the Donovan
On today's episode, Mahal breaks down the ins and outs of newest Mariner Brendan Donovan who the team traded for on Monday afternoon.
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Episode 116: Brendan Donovan is a Mariner
No words needed.
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Episode 115: Time to bring back the Good Vibes?
On today's episode, Mahal goes through the reasons why the Mariners should or shouldn't bring back Eugenio Suarez.
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Episode 114: Is Dom Canzone Real? A look at the offseason.
On today's episode, Mahal dives into the current offseason and makeup of the Mariners roster. He then, dives deep into Dominic Canzone and the changes he made in 2025 to breakout into a key contributor down the stretch for the Mariners.
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Episode 113: Will the Stove Heat up in Seattle?
Jeff joins Mahal as they discuss the recent movement on the Hot Stove and whether the Mariners might get involved.
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Episode 112: Four Targets to Bolster the Bullpen
On today's episode Mahal details four relievers he would target with the goal of upgraded the Mariners bullpen.
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Episode 111: Could the Mariners trade for Nico Hoerner or Jojo Romero?
Today, Mahal breaks down two potential trade targets that have been of hot discussion due to recent rumors swirling around the Mariners. The first is second baseman Nico Hoerner who Mahal breaks down and explains why he doesn't see Hoerner as a realistic option. Last, Mahal explores St Louis Cardinals reliever Jojo Romero.
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Episode 110: Offseason Plan 3.0! How to close the Mariners offseason
On today's episode, Mahal shares his third and final offseason plan of the year. With just under a month until pitchers and catchers report, Mahal gives the two moves he thinks the Mariners could make and explains why fans should feel more than good about the team if they do so.
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Episode 109: Hello 2026! Grading the Current M's Offseason
Today, Jeff joins Mahal for the first time in the New Year and they look at the year ahead. Mahal poses 6 questions about the year for Jeff and in quizzed about what Mariners have recieved Cy Young votes. Finally, the duo each grade the current offseason and explains what they do or don't need for the offseason to be an A.
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Episode 108: The Tier Below Donovan
On today's episode, Mahal dicsusses four free agent bats that the Mariners could turn to if they cannot acquire a Brendan Donovan tier or better hitter.
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Episode 107: 2025 Award Show
In the final episode of 2025 Mahal does an award show for the year including a starting rotation of the best moments in Mariners baseball in 2025
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Episode 106: Refsnyder, Geno, & M's Ownership
On today's episode, Mahal is joined by Jeff as they discuss the signing of Rob Refsnyder before exploring whether Eugenio Suarez is a fit for Seattle in 2026 and discussing Mariners ownership.
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Episode 105: Mariners Add Lefty Masher Rob Refsnyder Mid-Episode
Refsnyder breaks 16:16
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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.
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