Raleigh’s Slump Shocks Mariners Fans | St. Louis News

Cal Raleigh’s once-potent bat has gone silent this season, plummeting from 60 homers last year to a dismal .170 average and under .600 OPS — so bad that opponents intentionally walked the batter before him to load the bases. Manager Terry Francona admitted it was a calculated gamble, but the worst-case scenario unfolded. Despite Raleigh’s offensive collapse, the Mariners remain in first place in the AL West, clinging to a half-game lead over the Rangers with a 51-50 record. A return to even mediocre form could be the difference-maker in their second-half push — a stark reminder that baseball’s fortunes can shift in an instant. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cbbef1497884fed2