Cal Raleigh’s impact continues to expand as Seattle approaches a spot in the World Series.

Mariners’ Cal Lowry Hits 64th Home Run, Boosts Team in ALCS

SEATTLE — Cal Lowry’s 64th home run of the season wasn’t the longest he’s ever hit, but it definitely felt rewarding.

In the bottom of the eighth inning during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Lowry launched a ball that flew 155 feet high and took 6.7 seconds to clear the left field wall at T-Mobile Park, which is 348 feet from home plate.

“It kind of opens up the roof,” Lowry commented after the Mariners secured a 6-2 victory, putting them just one win away from their first World Series appearance. “Maybe it’ll change the outcome, I guess. But I’m just glad it was enough.”

With the win, Seattle now leads the ALCS series 3-2, heading back to Toronto for Game 6 this Sunday night. A notable highlight from the game was Eugenio Suarez hitting a grand slam that tied the game late in the eighth.

Lowry, a switch-hitting catcher, led the major leagues with 60 home runs during the regular season and has added four more in the playoffs.

He also demonstrated impressive defensive skills. In the fourth inning, while the Mariners were ahead 1-0, the Blue Jays had the bases loaded. Lowry made a critical play, turning a grounder into a double play, marking his second such postseason play in history.

Toronto’s Ernie Clement hit the ball toward home. Lowry stepped on home plate for a force out, then threw to first base, completing the double play.

Mariners’ manager Dan Wilson noted the significance of that play, mentioning, “It was just a heads-up play. I don’t think anyone could have placed it better, and for him to jump out there, touch home plate, and turn it into a double play was impressive.”

On the other hand, Toronto struggled while trying to capitalize on scoring opportunities, finishing just 2-for-11 with runners in scoring position and scoring only two runs after a strong offensive showing in the previous two games.

Wilson praised Lowry’s overall impact, stating, “That’s what he’s been doing all season, both offensively and defensively. Today was a great example of why he’s an easy MVP choice.”