Latest News About Cal Raleigh

Here’s the latest on Cal Raleigh based on recent reporting.

• Recent status: Raleigh has been dealing with right-side soreness and was scratched from several lineups while MRI results were awaited; managers listed him as day-to-day, with a note that imaging did not reveal anything severely concerning, and he appeared back in the lineup shortly afterward in some reports. This suggests he’s been near full strength but still subject to evaluations if soreness returns.[1][3]

• Current performance context: Through early May 2026, Raleigh’s offensive numbers were down compared with his breakout 2025 season, with a lower batting line and some days off due to the side issue; he had shown bursts of power in 2025 that earned him MVP-related attention. Expect continued monitoring for lingering tightness if he’s playing through soreness.[4][1]

• Team situation: The Mariners have used other catchers and depth at times when Raleigh has been sidelined, including recalling a Triple-A catcher for insurance during the period of his soreness. This environment can impact his daily playing time if soreness flares up again.[1]

• Additional notes: Some outlets highlighted Raleigh’s off-field message and long-term potential, but the key updates for fans this month center on injury status and lineup return timelines as doctors review MRI results.[2][3]

If you’d like, I can compile a brief day-by-day update for the next week and add links to each source. Would you prefer a concise daily snapshot or a short weekly outlook?

Citations:

• Recent injury status and lineup changes[1]
• Off-field/season context and MVP-era discussion[3][2]
• Mariners’ depth at catcher during his soreness period[1]
• 2025 performance context and long-term outlook[4]