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Randy Arozarena apologized to Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh ahead of Opening Day, saying the two are brothers and that his comments after a World Baseball Classic game shouldn’t distract the season; Raleigh’s handshake snub sparked tension, but both players say they’re moving on as the Mariners head into the opener.
In the World Baseball Classic final in Miami, USA manager Mark DeRosa benched Cal Raleigh again in favor of Will Smith, who will catch for the third time in four games. The lineup features Nolan McLean on the mound; Bobby Witt Jr. at short; Bryce Harper at first; Aaron Judge in right; Kyle Schwarber as the designated hitter; Alex Bregman at third; Roman Anthony in left; Will Smith behind the plate; Brice Turang at second; and Byron Buxton in center. Raleigh was out-hit all tournament and remains on the bench as Smith starts, with closer Mason Miller available from the bullpen.
Cal Raleigh says there’s no beef with Randy Arozarena after a handshake snub at the World Baseball Classic, downplaying any feud between the teammates.
In a World Baseball Classic pool game in Houston, Randy Arozarena attempted a handshake with Seattle catcher Cal Raleigh, who didn’t reciprocate, prompting questions about a possible feud. Arozarena later vented in Spanish with profanity toward Raleigh, though it’s unclear if the jab was serious or banter. The moment echoes a 2023 WBC snub involving Will Smith, and a Mexico–USA rematch could still occur with both players’ teams advancing and Raleigh heading to spring training if they move on.
Cal Raleigh’s stone-faced greeting of Randy Arozarena helped set the tone as Team USA beat Mexico 5-3 in the World Baseball Classic. Paul Skenes spun four shutout innings to fuel the win, Aaron Judge and Roman Anthony provided the offense, and the bullpen closed it out to move USA to 3-0 in Pool B and clinch a quarterfinal berth; Jarren Duran homered twice for Mexico.
The AL MVP race is very close between Yankees' Aaron Judge and Mariners' Cal Raleigh, with Judge leading in overall offensive stats and WAR, but Raleigh's record-breaking season as a catcher and recognition from players make the outcome uncertain.
The 2025 MLBPA Players Choice Awards were announced on CBS Mornings, with Cal Raleigh named Player of the Year, Kyle Schwarber as the National League Outstanding Player, Tarik Skubal as the American League Outstanding Pitcher, and Paul Skenes as the National League Outstanding Pitcher, among other award winners.
Dan Wilson was named AL Manager of the Year by The Sporting News, leading the Seattle Mariners to their first AL West division title since 2001 and a strong postseason run. Catcher Cal Raleigh and outfielder Julio Rodríguez were named AL All-Stars, with Raleigh setting records for home runs and RBIs, and Rodríguez earning his third All-Star selection. The awards highlight the Mariners' successful 2025 season and standout individual performances.
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh expressed deep disappointment after their loss to the Blue Jays in Game 7 of the ALCS, calling the season a 'failure' despite his outstanding performance, including 60 home runs in the regular season. The Mariners fell just short of the World Series after losing a 3-2 series lead, with the Blue Jays winning Game 7 in dramatic fashion. Raleigh remains a strong candidate for AL MVP, but the Mariners will reflect on their narrow miss.
The article discusses recent updates on the Seattle Mariners and other MLB teams, highlighting key players like Cal Raleigh and Jackson Chourio, and covering the ongoing MLB postseason with game details and player injuries.
During a Mariners game, Cal Raleigh hit his 60th home run, which was caught and handed to a young fan, Marcus Ruelos. Marcus chose to return the ball to the team, exemplifying kindness and selflessness, inspiring a community and highlighting the power of generosity in sports.
The Yankees subtly promoted Aaron Judge's MVP candidacy through a well-timed tweet highlighting his record-breaking number of intentional walks, contrasting his season with Cal Raleigh's, and emphasizing Judge's historic achievements despite ongoing debates about their relative contributions.
A Mariners fan, Glenn Mutti-Driscoll, was praised for giving a historic home run ball to a young boy after catching it during a game, exemplifying kindness and sportsmanship, contrasting with a recent viral incident where a fan demanded a ball from another fan. The act was celebrated by the team and fans alike, highlighting the positive side of sportsmanship.
A Mariners fan who caught Cal Raleigh's 60th home run ball gave it to a child in exchange for a signed bat and a field viewing invitation, and the fan and his family met Raleigh, as Raleigh continues to chase the AL record for home runs in a season.
Cal Raleigh's historic 60-home-run season makes a compelling case for him to be the AL MVP over Aaron Judge, whose excellence is acknowledged but whose season is not as record-breaking.