All articles tagged with #home run record
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
Japanese home run king Munetaka Murakami is entering the MLB posting system, sparking anticipation for a high-value free agency deal, with his record-breaking power and potential interest from major league teams making him a top international prospect.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Seattle Sports
Cal Raleigh set the Seattle Mariners' single-season home run record with his 57th homer, surpassing Ken Griffey Jr., during a game against the Houston Astros. He leads MLB in home runs and RBIs, and has broken multiple records this season, including tying Mickey Mantle’s switch-hitter record and hitting 20 homers from each side of the plate. Raleigh is a top contender for AL MVP and has signed a six-year extension with the Mariners.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Seattle Sports
Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners set a new record for most home runs in a season by a switch-hitter with 55 and tied the franchise record with 56, contributing to the team's 10th straight win and their push towards the playoffs. Raleigh's achievements have garnered comparisons to legends like Mickey Mantle and Ken Griffey Jr., and he remains humble despite his historic season.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh broke Mickey Mantle’s single-season record for switch-hitters with his 55th home run and tied the franchise record with his 56th, leading the team to a victory and setting new milestones in his career.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
Cal Raleigh broke Mickey Mantle's single-season home run record for switch-hitters with 55 homers, leading the Mariners to a 12-5 win over the Royals, highlighted by multiple home runs and a strong pitching performance by Logan Gilbert.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS Sports
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh set a new record for most home runs in a season by a switch-hitter with 56, tying Ken Griffey Jr. for the Mariners' franchise record, while also breaking the record for home runs by a primary catcher and tying Griffey Jr. for the team's all-time mark, as the Mariners aim for their first division title since 2001.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Seattle Sports
Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners hit his 50th home run, tying him with Ken Griffey Jr. as the only Mariners players to reach this milestone, and is on pace to challenge MLB and American League single-season records, with more games remaining in the season.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Defector
Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners catcher, broke the MLB single-season home run record for a primary catcher by hitting his 49th home run of the season, showcasing impressive power and versatility, and challenging MVP frontrunner Aaron Judge.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Seattle Sports
Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners set a new single-season home run record for catchers with 49 homers, achieving the feat with two powerful shots against the Athletics, and is now close to challenging the MLB switch-hitter record and the American League home run record, while also surpassing previous catcher benchmarks and establishing himself as a top hitter in the league.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Post
Pete Alonso broke Darryl Strawberry's Mets home run record with his 253rd and 254th homers, showcasing his durability and power, and the question now is how long he will hold the record and who might challenge it in the future.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ESPN
Pete Alonso tied the Mets' home run record with his 252nd career homer, matching Darryl Strawberry's record set over 37 years ago, and continues to be a key player for the Mets.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC27
Nick Kurtz, a rookie for the Oakland Athletics, made history by becoming the first MLB rookie to hit four home runs in a game, matching the total bases record with 19, in a remarkable performance against the Houston Astros. The game featured Kurtz's perfect 6-for-6 night, and he became the youngest player to achieve a four-homer game, solidifying his status as a standout player this season.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CBS Sports
Nick Kurtz made history as the first MLB rookie to hit four home runs in a game, leading the Athletics to a 15-3 win over the Houston Astros, while also extending his hitting streak to 12 games and tying the MLB record for total bases in a game.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by New York Post
The article compares Aaron Judge's pursuit of the Yankees' home run record to historic moments in baseball history, highlighting Mickey Mantle's 1960 achievements and the longstanding Yankee homerun Mount Rushmore of Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, and Mantle.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ESPN
Cal Raleigh is having a historic MLB season with record-breaking home run numbers and a potential first-time Home Run Derby win, driven by his dedication, family legacy, and connection with Seattle fans, while also focusing on team success and personal growth.