Is Cal Raleigh the clear choice for AL MVP after his 60-HR season?
Cal Raleigh Crushes 60th Homer as Mariners Clinch AL West
Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners has made MLB history by becoming the first catcher and switch hitter ever to hit 60 home runs in a single season. His milestone moment came during a two-homer game on September 25, 2025, which also helped Seattle clinch the AL West title. Raleigh has had a breakout year, having also signed a six-year, $105 million extension and winning the 2025 Home Run Derby — the first catcher ever to do so. With his performance, Raleigh has entered the thick of the AL MVP debate, challenging big names like Aaron Judge. Many fans and analysts now view him as a serious contender for the league’s most prestigious individual honor. His 2024 Gold and Platinum Glove wins further underscore his elite two-way value. With only a few games remaining, the question now becomes: has Raleigh done enough to secure MVP over more established sluggers?
Options
- Yes, he’s earned it
- No, Judge is still ahead
- It’s too close to call
- Someone else deserves it