Cal Raleigh homers twice in Triple-A rehab game

Cal Raleigh is returning to the Seattle Mariners after recovering from a right oblique strain, according to team reports. The catcher completed a rehab assignment featuring one game with High-A Everett and three games with Triple-A Tacoma, where he progressed from catching five innings on Tuesday to a full nine innings on Saturday.

How is Cal Raleigh recovering from his oblique strain?

Raleigh’s rehabilitation focused on a gradual increase in physical workload. According to team data, he caught five innings on Tuesday, eight on Thursday, and all nine innings during Saturday’s game.

Offensively, Raleigh hit five home runs during his three games with the Rainiers, including two on Saturday. He finished his Triple-A stint with a .455 batting average (5-for-11) and 12 RBIs.

Did You Know? Cal Raleigh set a record for primary catchers during his 2025 campaign by hitting 60 home runs.

What were the impact and timeline of the injury?

Raleigh was placed on the 10-day injured list on May 14. At the time of the injury, he held a .161/.243/.317 slash line with seven home runs across 41 games.

His recovery included a brief stint with High-A Everett, where he recorded a 1-for-3 performance with a single before moving to Triple-A Tacoma.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the incremental increase in innings caught—moving from five to nine over three games—is a critical indicator of stability for an oblique strain, as the position requires significant rotational torque and endurance.

When will Raleigh return to the Mariners?

Raleigh is scheduled to remain with Tacoma through the weekend. He is expected to return to the Mariners’ lineup on Tuesday at T-Mobile Park for the start of a homestand against the Orioles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What specific injury did Cal Raleigh sustain?
He suffered a right oblique strain.

When did Cal Raleigh enter the injured list?
He went on the 10-day injured list on May 14.

How many home runs did Raleigh hit during his rehab with Tacoma?
He hit five home runs during his three games with the Rainiers.

How do you think a gradual return to full game innings affects an athlete’s long-term recovery?