MLB.com's Daniel Kramer shared a video on X of Raleigh when he was 8 years old, predicting that he'd be a Home Run Derby champ. Raleigh, with absurd natural power as a big, strong dude, will be one of the favorites in Atlanta.

The Mariners committed to Raleigh after back-to-back 30-home-run seasons and commended his defensive work behind one of MLB’s top pitching staffs, where his framing metrics ranked among the game’s best. In 2025, Raleigh has emerged as a superstar, making the extension look like a bargain.

Seattle Mariners Catcher Cal Raleigh has continued to impress this regular season. His performance this year has him in rarefied air. He has 36 home runs this year.