Mariners face challenge with Cal Raleigh's injury and performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 5:18 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners' catcher, is currently on the injured list due to an oblique strain and will remain sidelined for the foreseeable future. Before his injury, Raleigh struggled with a.560 OPS and a.161 batting average, raising concerns about his effectiveness when he returns. The Mariners hold a 30-29 record and are 1.5 games ahead of the Athletics in the American League West. It is uncertain how Raleigh will perform compared to his 2025 campaign, where he hit 60 home runs. His current oblique issue could affect his play for a considerable time even after he resumes action.
- •Raleigh is on the injured list with an oblique strain.
- •He had a.560 OPS and a.161 batting average before his injury.
- •Seattle has a 30-29 record, leading the Athletics by 1.5 games.
- •Concerns remain about Raleigh's ability to return to previous form.
- •His injury could impact his performance for much of the season.
- 5:18 PMYahoo Sports — Mariners' Cal Raleigh problem will still be present when he's back from injury
"This issues isn't going to go away even when he's back in the lineup.
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