Bottoms Up for the Big Dumper
Briefly

Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners is achieving historic feats, hitting 38 home runs before the All-Star break and on pace to break multiple records. As a catcher, he excels not only in hitting but also in stellar defensive performance. Raleigh won a Gold Glove last season, leading catchers in games played and base runners caught stealing. His contributions also include leading in pitch framing and defensive runs saved, while improving a pitching rotation challenged by injuries. Despite his success, Raleigh remains relatively anonymous compared to other star players like Aaron Judge.
Cal Raleigh is having one of the most astounding all-around performances of all time as a catcher, with 38 home runs before the All-Star break.
Raleigh has caught more base runners attempting to steal than any other catcher in the league while also leading in defensive runs saved and pitch framing.
Read at The New Yorker
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