Seattle’s Cal Raleigh Crushes 58th Homer, Eyes AL Record

BREAKING: Seattle Mariners’ star Cal Raleigh just hit his MLB-leading 58th home run last night, a two-run blast in the second inning against the Houston Astros, propelling the Mariners to an early 5-0 lead at Minute Maid Park.

With this monumental homer, Raleigh continues to redefine the record books, having surpassed Ken Griffey Jr. for the franchise’s single-season home run record just a night prior. Griffey set the benchmark with 56 home runs in both 1997 and 1998.

Raleigh’s latest achievement also breaks Mickey Mantle’s longstanding MLB record for home runs by a switch-hitter, previously set at 54 in 1961. Additionally, he has now established the record for home runs by a catcher in a single season, eclipsing 48 home runs hit by Salvador Perez in 2021.

As the season progresses, Raleigh is only four home runs away from the American League record of 62, set by Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees in 2022. This puts him five home runs ahead of Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Schwarber, who are tied for second place with 53 homers each.

This latest milestone has captured the attention of fans and sports analysts alike, as Raleigh’s impressive performance signals a potential record-breaking season. Mariners supporters are rallying around him, celebrating his remarkable achievements and expressing hope that he will continue to climb the home run leaderboard.

The excitement surrounding his journey is palpable, with social media buzzing with highlights and fan reactions. Raleigh’s record chase not only impacts the Mariners’ playoff ambitions but also adds a thrilling narrative to the current MLB season.

As the Mariners look to capitalize on Raleigh’s momentum, all eyes will be on his upcoming games. Will he shatter the AL record? Fans and analysts alike are eager to find out in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops!