Cal Raleigh sets a new record for the most home runs by a switch hitter, surpassing Mickey Mantle.

Kansas City Home Run Highlights Kansas City, Mo. — Cal Lowry made waves by hitting a home run, tying the Seattle season record set by the legendary Ken Griffey Jr. In a remarkable display, Raleigh’s first homer came against Michael Wacha—it was a powerful 419-foot drive from the left side of the plate, bringing his […]
Mariners’ Cal Raleigh enters rare group with Mickey Mantle

Cal Raleigh Joins Elite Club with 50 Home Runs Seattle Mariners’ standout Cal Raleigh has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming only the second switch-hitter to hit 50 home runs in a season, joining the legendary Mickey Mantle. This feat came during the team’s 9-6 win over the San Diego Padres at T-Mobile Park. Raleigh’s 50th […]
Aaron Judge is not supporting Cal Raleigh in his pursuit of the AL home run record.

On Monday, Seattle’s Cal Lowry hit another home run, bringing his total to 50 for the season, a significant milestone for Major League Baseball. A few years back, Aaron Judge had already reached 51 homers through the same number of games, setting records for both the franchise and the American League. Judge is quite aware […]
Cal Raleigh enters MLB history as the first catcher to hit 49 home runs

Seattle Mariners’ Cal Raleigh Sets Home Run Record The Seattle Mariners’ remarkable season took another turn on Sunday as Cal Raleigh made history for catchers in Major League Baseball (MLB). A fan-favorite known as “Big Damper,” Raleigh became the first catcher ever to hit 49 home runs in a single season, surpassing Salvador Perez’s previous […]
A bank in Raleigh acquired a lender in South Carolina last year, and now it is being sold for $476 million.

Dogwood State Bank to Be Acquired by Townebank Charleston – Lenders in North Carolina have recently made headlines by broadening their influence in the Upstate and Lowcountry regions over the past year. This week, Dogwood State Bank announced its agreement to be acquired by Townebank, a prominent franchise based in Suffolk, Virginia, following what they […]
Cal Raleigh autographs a bathroom item for a fan at the Little League Classic

During a recent appearance in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Mariners player Cal Laurie, often called the “big damper,” signed something quite peculiar. A little league player presented him with a toilet seat to autograph just before the MLB Little League Classic. Without any delay, Laurie agreed and signed the highly unusual item, much to the delight of […]
Cal Raleigh shares his thoughts on experiencing a memorable home run derby with his family

Cal Raleigh’s Home Run Derby Triumph Atlanta – In an exciting season, Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh has hit 38 home runs so far, leading all catchers before the All-Star break. This impressive feat has drawn comparisons to Aaron Judge’s remarkable 62-homer season. Raleigh’s breakout year in 2025 led to his first All-Star selection. On […]
Clayton Kershaw jokes with Cal Raleigh after striking him out in the All-Star Game

Memorable Moments from the MLB All-Star Game Microphone-ing a Clayton car show for the MLB All-Star Game? That’s a brilliant idea—definitely deserving of a raise. During the Fox broadcast on Tuesday night, Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw produced some entertaining moments. Addressing the broadcast team, he humorously remarked, “Hold me: for a while, throwing the pitch […]
Cal Raleigh shares a touching moment with his dad and brother during the Home Run Derby.

The Home Run Derby turned into a memorable event for Cal Raleigh, also known as Big Damper. His father, Todd Lowry, pitched while his younger brother, Todd Lowry Jr., caught behind the plate. In a truly heartwarming story, Raleigh clinched victory in the 2026 Home Run Derby, smashing 18 home runs, topping Rays’ infielder, Junior […]
Cal Raleigh of the Mariners becomes the first catcher to win the Home Run Derby

Cal Raleigh Wins Home Run Derby, Making History Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, leading the MLB in home runs during the All-Star break, has claimed the title of Atlanta’s longball champion. In a memorable showdown, Raleigh triumphed over Tampa Bay Rays’ rising star, Junior Kaminero, with a final score of 18-15 at the home run […]