In a thrilling game on Wednesday night, Cal Raleigh made history by hitting his major league-leading 59th and 60th home runs of the season, leading the Seattle Mariners to a commanding 9-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies. This win marked the Mariners' fourth title in the AL West, solidifying their position in the league.
Raleigh opened the scoring in the first inning with a powerful shot to the top deck in right field off Rockies pitcher Tanner Gordon. He capped off his stellar night with another two-out blast to right in the eighth inning against Angel Chivilli. This remarkable performance brought his total home runs for the season to 60, placing him on the brink of breaking the American League record of 62 home runs set by Aaron Judge in 2022.
Alongside Raleigh, Julio Rodríguez and Jorge Polanco also contributed significantly by homering off Gordon in the first inning. With only four games remaining in the season, Raleigh’s remarkable achievement has fans excited about the possibility of him breaking the long-standing record.
Luis Castillo showcased his pitching prowess, throwing 7 1/3 innings of one-run ball, which played a crucial role in securing the Mariners' victory. Castillo, who improved his record to 11-8, didn't allow a hit until Blaine Crim hit a solo shot in the fourth inning. His performance has been pivotal to the Mariners' recent success, as they have now won 16 out of their last 17 games.
In addition to Raleigh's incredible feats, Eugenio Suárez also made headlines by hitting his 48th home run in the seventh inning. Raleigh's achievement of 11 multi-home run games this season ties him with legends such as Aaron Judge (2022), Hank Greenberg (1938), and Sammy Sosa for the MLB record.
As the Mariners prepare for their next game, the Rockies are set to start right-hander Bradley Blalock (2-5, 9.16). The Mariners have yet to announce their starting pitcher, but with their momentum and Raleigh’s exceptional performance, fans are eagerly anticipating what’s next for this historic season.
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