Cal Raleigh Sets Catcher HR Record in Mariners 9-4 Win vs. Cubs

Friday, June 20th, 2025

The Seattle Mariners defeated the Chicago Cubs 9-4 on June 20, 2025, in Chicago. The game was highlighted by Cal Raleigh breaking Hall of Famer Johnny Bench's 1970 record for home runs by a catcher before the All-Star break.

Raleigh Breaks Catcher Home Run Record

Cal Raleigh hit his major league-leading 28th and 29th home runs of the season in the victory. He surpassed Bench's mark in the seventh inning with his 29th homer, a drive to the back of the left-field bleachers off Caleb Thielbar, which also gave Seattle the lead.

Raleigh's first homer of the game, his 28th of the season, came in the first inning just over the basket off Matthew Boyd.

The 28-year-old catcher had a strong offensive performance, collecting three hits in his sixth multi-homer game of the season. He drove in three runs, bringing his season total to 63.

In summary

In a game played on June 20, 2025, the Seattle Mariners beat the Chicago Cubs 9-4. Seattle catcher Cal Raleigh made history by hitting his 28th and 29th home runs before the All-Star break, breaking Johnny Bench's 1970 record for most home runs by a catcher before the break. Raleigh's two-homer game contributed significantly to the Mariners' victory.

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