Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh Scratched Due to Soreness Ahead of Loss to Royals
Mariners scratch Raleigh with 'general soreness'
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Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh was scratched from the lineup due to 'general soreness' just before a game against the Kansas City Royals. The Mariners lost 3-2 in 10 innings, and Raleigh is considered day-to-day after undergoing imaging. He had been showing improvement in his performance prior to the scratch.
- 01Cal Raleigh was scratched from the lineup due to general soreness before the game against the Kansas City Royals.
- 02Manager Dan Wilson indicated that imaging was required, and Raleigh is currently day-to-day.
- 03Raleigh had a strong season last year, finishing as the runner-up for the American League MVP.
- 04In Raleigh's absence, Julio Rodriguez moved to the second batting position.
- 05Infielder Will Wilson was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left thumb fracture.
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Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh was unexpectedly scratched from the lineup due to general soreness just over an hour before the game against the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night. Manager Dan Wilson stated that the soreness required imaging but reassured that Raleigh is considered day-to-day. Last season, Raleigh was the runner-up for the American League MVP, hitting 60 homers and driving in 125 runs. However, this season, he has struggled, batting only .186 with seven homers and 18 RBIs through 33 games. Despite a slow start, Raleigh has shown signs of improvement, with five home runs in the past 15 games. In his absence, center fielder Julio Rodriguez took the second batting position, while backup catcher Mitch Garver batted eighth. Additionally, the Mariners placed infielder Will Wilson on the 10-day injured list due to a left thumb fracture and called up catcher Jhonny Pereda from Triple-A Tacoma.
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The absence of Cal Raleigh could affect the Mariners' offensive performance, especially as they navigate close games.
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