Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who had a stellar 2025 season finishing as the American League MVP runner-up and setting a record with 60 home runs, is facing difficulties in the 2026 season. After a 10-15 start, the Mariners are in fourth place in the AL West, just ahead of the struggling Houston Astros. Raleigh's performance has dipped, hitting only .177 with a .538 OPS, his lowest since his rookie season. Despite his personal struggles and the team's overall performance, Raleigh expressed confidence in his teammates, stating, "I have faith in this group." He noted that while the team is getting on base, they are failing to convert those opportunities into runs. The Mariners have hit 23 home runs collectively, ranking 15th in Major League Baseball, but their team batting average of .218 is among the lowest. Raleigh believes that pressing to perform in crucial moments is counterproductive and emphasizes the need to trust their approach.