Astros Pitcher Jason Alexander Gives Up Cal Raleigh's Record-Breaking 58th Home Run

Houston Astros pitcher Jason Alexander was on the mound when Seattle Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh hit his MLB-leading 58th home run on Sunday night. Raleigh connected off Alexander for a two-run shot in the second inning, extending the Seattle Mariners' lead to 7-0. This particular home run by Raleigh was significant as it broke multiple MLB and franchise records, including surpassing Ken Griffey Jr.'s single-season mark and Mickey Mantle's switch-hitter record, making Alexander the pitcher on record for this historic moment.