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Cal Raleigh Surpasses Legendary Benchmarks, Chasing MVP Honors
21 Oct
Summary
- Cal Raleigh sets 3 major home run records this season
- Raleigh surpasses Johnny Bench's long-standing 45 HR mark
- Raleigh breaks Ken Griffey Jr.'s Seattle Mariners franchise record of 56 HRs
The 2025 MLB season has been a historic one for the Seattle Mariners, thanks to the record-breaking exploits of their star catcher, Cal Raleigh. As the regular season draws to a close, Raleigh has firmly established himself as one of the game's elite power hitters, shattering several long-standing home run records.
Raleigh's most significant achievement was surpassing the 45-homer mark set by Cincinnati Reds legend Johnny Bench, a record that had stood for decades. The Mariners' backstop then went on to eclipse the franchise record of 56 home runs held by the iconic Ken Griffey Jr. Raleigh's final tally of 60 home runs has put him in the running for the coveted MVP award, alongside New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge.
While the Mariners' postseason fate remains uncertain, Raleigh's individual accomplishments have cemented his status as one of the game's premier players. His power-hitting exploits have captivated fans and pundits alike, and the young catcher's name is sure to be etched in the history books for years to come.
