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Cal Raleigh's 45th Homer Powers Mariners to 7th Straight Win

8/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Cal Raleigh launched his 45th home run, leading the majors and propelling the Seattle Mariners to a thrilling 6-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. This win marks their seventh straight, bringing them tantalizingly close to the Astros in the AL West. Raleigh's achievement ties him with Johnny Bench for the second-most homers by a catcher in a single season.

History

Historical Context

In 1970, Johnny Bench made history by hitting 45 home runs as a catcher for the Cincinnati Reds, a record that showcased the offensive potential of catchers in Major League Baseball. Recently, Cal Raleigh matched this milestone, emphasizing the evolving role of catchers. Raleigh's achievement also reflects the Seattle Mariners' competitive resurgence as they vie for the AL West title.

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Story summary

Cal Raleigh launched his 45th home run, leading the majors and propelling the Seattle Mariners to a thrilling 6-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. This win marks their seventh straight, bringing them tantalizingly close to the Astros in the AL West. Raleigh's achievement ties him with Johnny Bench for the second-most homers by a catcher in a single season.

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