Seattle, WA
The Mariners’ win-loss record falls back to the Red as Cincinnati ends Seattle’s streak
Coming off the back of two series wins at home against division rivals, and on a four game win streak, the Seattle Mariners came into Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati to play the Reds with the hopes the momentum would continue with a win that would have put them above .500 for the first time since their Opening Day win. A series win taking the next two games would see them reach that mark and is still in the cards, but today that status eludes them with a 6-4 loss that gives them an 8-9 season record.
Immediately in the game the good vibes for Seattle fans continued, thanks to Dylan Moore. To opposing pitcher Nick Lodolo, it was a different experience as I imagine he had a chill settle into his bones, not just the air in Cinci but also the foreshadowing. A wave of Dylan Moore would flow over him this game, starting with his second pitch that DMo sent 106.7 mph off of the bat into the center field stands, a home run in 30/30 ballparks.
Lodolo would escape the first with no more damage, but Julio Rodríguez would work a walk to follow up DMo’s homer before batters 3-4-5 fell 1-2-3. Seattle would pin another run on the board in the second inning, and it started with debuting prospect Ben Williamson, making the start for Seattle batting eighth and fielding third base. With two outs and after starting down 0-2, Williamson found a 1-2 middle changeup he hit on a hard line drive to left field for his first major league hit in his very first at bat. The only thing that could make a moment like that sweeter is if the player’s family and friends are able to be there to see it happen, and for Ben that was the case and all fourteen of them can be seen cheering at the end of his first hit highlight video.
When Crawford came up next and singled, Williamson moved first-to-third. Bane of lefties and Lodolos Dylan Moore also singled next, scoring Williamson. With an early 2-0 lead, the Seattle bats felt comfortable enough to take a nap and slumbered for the next few innings, Lodolo facing the minimum in the third and fourth inning. J.P. Crawford led off the start of the fifth inning with a 3-2 hit by pitch allowing him to reach first, and Dylan Moore continued his anti-Lodolo crusade, destroying a first pitch meatball, this time a home run to left field that would have been out in every park.
As far as the Mariners offense, that was it. All four runs were driven in by Dylan Moore, the only batter with a multi-hit night in a game that saw Seattle reach double digit strikeouts with twelve, and only walk five times. Julio was hit-less with two strikeouts, but two of those walks belonged to him.
In a lot of games four runs could be enough to secure a win, but that can be a tall ask in a hitter friendly park behind a starter far from his sharpest in command. Luis Castillo had an incredibly strong first inning against his former club, needing only seven pitches and facing the minimum.
The rest of his outing was almost all trouble, with Castillo giving up two runs in the bottom of the third to leave it tied. Jose Trevino led off with a double into left field just past the glove of Randy Arozarena, Matt McLain worked a walk, and Gavin Lux and Austin Hays teamed up with a pair of singles to send Trevino and McLain home. Castillo had a nearly clean fourth that only saw Jake Fraley reach when Castillo was slow to cover first on an infield grounder, but the fifth inning would get messy enough to end his night. Matt McLain and Elly De La Cruz worked 3-1 counts into walks to get things going, and I think every M’s fan alive was wondering if Dan Wilson would get going and pull his starter that clearly did not have it. Wilson opted to trust his veteran arm with the lead against the heart of the Reds lineup, on the third time around. Gavin Lux shoots it into left field for an RBI single, and the throw home is wide enough the runners were able to advance an extra base.
The Mariners still had the lead. Dan Wilson still had a chance to get his starter out of this jam. Warming in the bullpen was Carlos Vargas. Again Wilson decided to let Castillo work out of it, and again that gamble did not pay off. Austin Hays went deep to center field for a three run home run, and gave the Reds a lead they would never give back. Luis Castillo would finish the night with a line of 4.1 innings pitched, six earned runs on seven hits, four walks and three strikeouts.
Before closing the door in the top of the ninth, Cincinnati tacked on another couple runs in the bottom of the eighth. Gregory Santos came in to the game to work that inning, and getting first batter Christian Encarnacion-Strand to fly out to start the inning would provide no padding for his following mistakes. Jake Fraley ate a middle fastball for a ground-rule double, and Jose Trevino and TJ Friedl took advantage of Santos’ wild arm and worked walks. And with the bases loaded and one out, Matt McLain made three, working a walk to bring in a run. Eduard Bazardo provided relief to the reliever situation, allowing one inherited runner to score on a fielder’s choice grounder and striking out Blake Dunn to get out of the inning.
Hitting heroics from DMo and a Williamson debut hit were not enough to overshadow the shaky pitching performances that gave up the game, but there were still some seeds of satisfaction to be reaped from the rest of the bullpen appearances. Collin Snider went 1.2 innings, taking over for Castillo, and gave up no hits and no walks, striking out one. Casey Legumina, who made his MLB debut on Jackie Robinson Day with the Reds in ‘23 and was making his Mariners debut on Jackie Robinson Day today, also had a solid outing. Giving up one hit, a single to Gavin Lux, Legumina also secured revenge against Austin Hays on behalf of Castillo, striking out Hays.
Williamson and Moore stepping up today, Julio’s patience at the plate, and Legumina climbing to the top of the pile and declaring himself here all answer vital questions that have remained residual from the off-season. Other elements such as Wilson’s game calling and the unreliability of Santos in high leverage situations perhaps only leave us with more queries, and no clear paths to answers. Whether they will have those answers or not, tomorrow the Mariners will attempt to rebound from today’s loss, and keep from sinking further into the Reds.
SEATTLE — Three years after Seattle voters approved the creation of a publicly owned social housing developer — and later approved a new tax on high earners to fund it — the organization has made its biggest move yet: purchasing a luxury apartment building steps from Pike Place Market for $60 million.
The acquisition of the Elara at the Market marks the first major property purchase by the Seattle Social Housing Developer, which plans to convert the 150-unit building into permanently affordable housing.
Supporters argue the deal reflects the financial reality of building housing in Seattle’s expensive market and may ultimately cost less than constructing a similar project from the ground up.
“We were going out to look for acquisitions as our first step in the social housing developer’s portfolio because it is something where we can get residents quickly,” Seattle Social Housing Developer CEO Tiffani McCoy said. “We are able to show the concept quicker than we would through new construction.”
Seattle voters face key decision on affordable social housing in upcoming special election
McCoy said the organization intentionally targeted what she described as a “Class A asset,” a building without major deferred maintenance or repair needs, in a highly desirable neighborhood where lower-income residents typically cannot afford to live.
Longtime resident Lauren Boyan said she first learned about the purchase through a text message from another tenant after residents received letters explaining the transition.
“My friend Melissa, who lives on the bottom floor, texted me the letter, and we both discussed whether or not this was real,” Boyan said.
Boyan, who has lived in the building since 2021, praised the location and quality of the apartments.
“I really like how it’s centrally located,” she said. “Everything I like is within walking distance. It’s close to transit.”
Asked about the “luxury” label attached to the building, Boyan laughed at the description.
“I mean, it’s a newer build. The appliances work,” she said. “To me, that’s a luxury, I guess.”
McCoy defended the decision to purchase a higher-end apartment complex rather than an older or cheaper property. The acquisition works out to a per-unit price of roughly $400,000. Multiple analyses have suggested it could cost between $300,000 and $400,000 to build an affordable housing unit from scratch.
“Everyone deserves to live in high-quality housing,” she said. “What do we mean by luxury? Is it having access to a washer and dryer? Is it having access to common space? Is it having access to housing that doesn’t have mold or pests?”
McCoy said the organization is trying to avoid the mistakes that have plagued some public housing systems for decades by purchasing buildings that can remain stable long term without major capital investments.
“These housing units are permanent social housing fixtures,” she said. “We can never sell off these buildings.”
The purchase was financed through voter-approved funding measures passed in 2025, including a tax on businesses with highly paid employees. McCoy said revenue from the tax has significantly exceeded initial projections.
“The first installment of this revenue source hit our bank accounts in March of this year,” McCoy said. “I just think that goes to show there is a lot of wealth in our city.”
According to the developer, current tenants will not be displaced. Rents will be frozen for two years, some fees will be eliminated, and residents will receive free ORCA transit passes.
A public lottery for vacant affordable units also opened Friday. The first available apartments will go to residents earning less than 30% of the area median income, followed by those earning between 30% and 50% of the area median income. Eventually, the organization plans to serve residents earning anywhere from zero to 120% of the area’s median income.
Boyan, who voted in favor of the original social housing initiative, said she strongly supports the broader mission behind the program.
“I’m very much in support of Seattle being a community that can actually be a community,” she said. “That involves people of all different incomes, all different backgrounds.”
She added that maintaining affordability in neighborhoods near downtown and Pike Place Market is critical to preserving Seattle’s cultural identity.
“This neighborhood, in particular, is super important for art and culture,” Boyan said. “Having a pathway for people to be able to afford to live here is super important.”
Still, Boyan said she hopes the agency is prepared for the operational realities that come with managing housing at this scale.
“I would be more concerned with how the actual management of it is going to go,” she said. “What’s the actual plan?”
“I hope they’re thinking through the surprises,” she added.
The Seattle Social Housing Developer said it hopes to purchase another apartment complex before the end of the year while simultaneously launching its first new-construction projects. McCoy said future developments will prioritize larger, family-sized units, including two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments, which she argues are largely missing from Seattle’s current housing market.
Seattle, WA
Generations of Seattle Talent Unite for ‘Intersections of Soul, Jazz and Hip-Hop’ at Seattle Center
SEATTLE, Wash., May 22, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Global Artists Collective, F-Rock Inc., and Seattle’s Artists at the Center program proudly present “Intersections of Soul, Jazz & Hip-Hop Across the Generations” on May 31, 2026. This rare performance unites generations of artists and music genres, featuring Grammy-nominated jazz artist Nathan Breedlove alongside his nephew, B-Boy Fidget (aka Marcus Sharpe), his brother Ted Sharpe, and the award-winning band Global Heat.
The 12-member ensemble will take you on a journey from the classic Jazz Hip Hop of Digable Planets, Soho, and more; to the Soul hits of Jill Scott and Kandace Springs; to present day fusion of Eric B & Rakim, Kendrick LaMar, and ensemble originals.
Join us for an inspiring cross-cultural, cross-generational celebration of music and community.
- When: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 3 PM.
- Where: Seattle Center Armory, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109
- Admission: Free; All-Ages.
FEATURED ARTISTS:
- Nathan Breedlove — Grammy-nominated trumpeter and composer, Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame inductee, and Lionel Hampton Orchestra
- B-boy Fidget — Dynamic rapper/producer and b-boy; credits include 2 Chainz, Black Eyed Peas, Usher, Waka Flocka, and Tech N9ne.
- Ted Sharpe — Percussionist formerly with the Caribbean All-Stars.
- Global Heat — Funky beats, heart-felt vocals, and positive vibes:
“Truly remarkable and wonderful original music” [Joyce Taylor, NBC News, Seattle] and “High-caliber” [ Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, Reno].
ABOUT ARTISTS AT THE CENTER:
This performance is part of the City of Seattle’s Artists at the Center series, a collaboration between the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture and Seattle Center. The program is supported by the Uptown Arts & Culture Coalition and funded by a 10-year grant from Climate Pledge Arena and the Seattle Kraken.
More information: https://www.seattlecenter.com/events/featured-events/artists-at-the-center
ABOUT GLOBAL ARTISTS COLLECTIVE:
Global Artists Collective is a Seattle-based performing arts nonprofit dedicated to creating cross-cultural programming that increases access for underrepresented artists and brings diverse communities together through shared artistic experiences.
Learn more: https://GlobalArtistsCollective.org
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As defending Super Bowl champions, the Seattle Seahawks enter the 2026 season with one of the more complete rosters in the NFL. They did lose a few key players in free agency, but did an excellent job filling those holes in the draft, led by first-round pick Jadarian Price at running back.
Seattle will get together for their voluntary OTAs on May 26, and mandatory minicamp will begin on June 9. These practices will be vital to players on the roster bubble, especially the following three undrafted free agents who have a shot at stealing a spot on the Seahawks’ 53-man roster.
Uso Seumalo, NT
Seattle understands the importance of dominating at the line of scrimmage. Their expertise in this area was on full display during their Super Bowl win over the New England Patriots and will be a focus again in 2026.
Even with the talent already on their defensive line, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Uso Seumalo make a bid for a roster spot. A mammoth 6-foot-3, 330 pound nose tackle, Seumalo excelled at stopping the run while at Kansas State.
He didn’t fill up the stat sheet, but Seumalo does the dirty work and clogs up lanes, which allows others to make the splash plays. That doesn’t always get noticed but it will under a head coach like Mike Macdonald.
Devean Deal, LB
A former tight end, Devean Deal moved to linebacker and was an impactful player during his two seasons at TCU. He had 99 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, and eight sacks for the Horned Frogs.
Seattle has a crowded room at linebacker but there’s no reason Deal couldn’t push for a spot as a developmental prospect.
Aidan Hubbard, EDGE
Seattle lost Boye Mafe in free agency, but did great work in replacing him with Dante Fowler Jr. at a fraction of the price. Seattle could still use more depth, as well as a younger prospect to groom.
Enter Aidan Hubbard out of Northwestern. Seattle clearly likes Hubbard, signing him to a deal with $267,500 in guaranteed money, which is more than twice as much as any other UDFA they signed.
During his four years at Northwestern, Hubbard recorded 105 tackles and 20.5 sacks. Seahawks On SI writer Michael Hanich wrote that Hubbard doesn’t win with great speed or power, but gives relentless effort and knows how to get off blocks. That might be enough for him to find his way onto the Seahawks roster.
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