Cal Raleigh Achieves Historic 60-Homer Season, Breaks Multiple MLB Records for Mariners

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh made history on Wednesday, launching two solo home runs against the Colorado Rockies to become just the seventh player in MLB history to reach 60 homers in a single season. The switch-hitter connected off Tanner Gordon for his 59th and Angel Chivilli for his 60th, both from the left side. Raleigh also contributed a two-run double, finishing with four RBIs, bringing his season total to an American League-leading 125. This monumental achievement saw him break several records, including the Mariners' franchise mark (surpassing Ken Griffey Jr.'s 57), Mickey Mantle's switch-hitter record of 54, and Salvador Perez's catcher record of 48. With 11 multi-homer games, Raleigh tied an MLB record and still has a chance to surpass Aaron Judge's AL record of 62. His manager, Dan Wilson, lauded his performance, stating, "He deserves the MVP, no question," especially considering his demanding position. The Mariners clinched their first AL West title since 2001 with a 9-2 victory.