Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners catcher leading the majors with 32 home runs, will participate in the upcoming Home Run Derby on July 14, marking his debut in the event. Raleigh, also a finalist for the American League starting catcher in the All-Star Game, is the first switch-hitter and catcher to hit 30 homers prior to the All-Star break. Excited to represent the Mariners, he reflects on personal significance as the event takes place in Atlanta, where he grew up playing baseball.
Raleigh's participation in the Home Run Derby signifies a milestone as no catcher has ever won it since its inception, highlighting his unique accomplishment in MLB.
Cal Raleigh expressed excitement about representing the Mariners in the Derby, especially in Atlanta, a city where he has cherished baseball memories from his childhood.
Leading the majors with 32 home runs, Raleigh has become the first catcher and first switch-hitter to achieve 30 homers before the All-Star break.
As one of the finalists for the All-Star Game starting catcher, Raleigh's incredible season includes a batting average of .275 with 69 RBIs.
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