Cal Raleigh's Home Run Performance Highlights Struggles in 2026 Season
The Seattle Mariners have experienced a resurgence in their series against the Philadelphia Phillies, winning the first two games, with Cal Raleigh hitting four home runs over the span of two nights, including three in one game. Despite this recent success, the Mariners are currently below .500 in the 2026 season, largely due to the mediocre performance of their competitors.
Raleigh, who had a standout 2025 season with 60 home runs, is facing a significant decline this year, marking the worst performance of his career. His current statistics show a drastic drop in his wRC+, missing projections by a considerable margin. Historically, such declines have been seen before, but many players have managed to recover in subsequent seasons.
Looking ahead, projections for Raleigh in 2027 suggest he could return to form, especially considering his age and past performance. The Mariners' playoff hopes are closely tied to Raleigh's performance for the remainder of the season, with current projections indicating that his resurgence could significantly improve their chances of making the playoffs.
