Cal Raleigh Sets New Record with Most Home Runs by Catcher Before All-Star Break

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**Headline**: Cal Raleigh Smashes Record for Most Home Runs by a Catcher Before MLB All-Star Break
**Meta Description**: Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners breaks Hall of Famer Johnny Bench’s 1970 record for most home runs by a catcher before the All-Star break, hitting his major league-leading 29th in a victory over the Chicago Cubs. Read more about his historic achievement here.

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Cal Raleigh Smashes Record for Most Home Runs by a Catcher Before MLB All-Star Break

Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners has made history by breaking Hall of Famer Johnny Bench’s 1970 record for the most home runs by a catcher before the MLB All-Star break. In a thrilling game against the Chicago Cubs, Raleigh hit his major league-leading 28th and 29th home runs, securing a 9-4 victory for his team.

Moreover, Raleigh is also in position to set the record for the most homers by a switch-hitter, a high mark currently held by Mickey Mantle, who hit 54 in 1961. Mantle also hit 29 homers before the All-Star break that year, which remains the most for a switch-hitter and is tied with three others — plus Raleigh — and done most recently by.

Raleigh needed only 73 games to break the record that Bench set in 87 games, showcasing his incredible hitting prowess. With the MLB All-Star break approaching, Cal Raleigh has the chance to further extend his lead and solidify his place in baseball history.

With his 29th home run of the season, Raleigh, only 28 years old, has hit the most homers by a catcher before the All-Star break in MLB history. The Seattle Mariners slugger’s impressive performance highlights his exceptional talent and dedication to the game.

Entering the game as MLB’s home run leader, Cal Raleigh left with a new record to chase and a legacy to build upon. Raleigh’s 29 home runs and 63 RBIs for the Mariners in 2025 demonstrate his impact on the field and his value to the team.

Breaking records and surpassing legends like Johnny Bench, Cal Raleigh’s achievements in the 2025 season are a testament to his skill and determination. Stay tuned for more updates on Raleigh’s remarkable journey in Major League Baseball.

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