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Mariners 'Stop the Music' from Macklemore




The Seattle Times reports that the Mariners DID NOT PLAY Macklemore's traditional 7th inning stretch tune as a result of his profane reference to America at a protest concert.    The backlash continues.   Will be interesting to see what happens at Krken's home opener next month.  The rapper is a minority investor.

https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/mariners-dont-play-macklemore-song-after-rappers-controversial-remarks/

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  1. Mike BarerSeptember 28, 2024 at 6:11 PM

    My guess is that the Kraken and Sounders may buy back his ownership, but it really puts the teams in a no-win situation. Many people agree with him and even more oppose him, so each team is between a rock in a hard place.
    Of course, sports and politics often meet when teams want to hit state legislatures and other government bodies up for new stadiums.
    By the way, I heard that he is also a minority owner of the Mariners.

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  2. Wayne LSeptember 28, 2024 at 7:12 PM

    Investor in the Sounders, not the Ms...but they stopped playing his tune in the 7th inning stretch. SO he has affected three teams.

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