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Mariners' Raleigh Dismisses Feud with Rays' Arozarena

3/11/2026

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Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners dismissed any feud with Randy Arozarena (Rays outfielder) after their handshake incident at the World Baseball Classic.
Arozarena reacted angrily when Raleigh declined to shake his hand before an at-bat.
The players have since communicated, and Raleigh says their friendship remains intact.
Mariners manager Dan Wilson said the incident should not affect team dynamics as they prepare for the next game against Italy.

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Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners dismissed any feud with Randy Arozarena (Rays outfielder) after their handshake incident at the World Baseball Classic.
Arozarena reacted angrily when Raleigh declined to shake his hand before an at-bat.
The players have since communicated, and Raleigh says their friendship remains intact.
Mariners manager Dan Wilson said the incident should not affect team dynamics as they prepare for the next game against Italy.