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Cal Raleigh should be the MVP favorite in the American League
Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners' catcher, is having a historic offensive season, hitting six home runs in his last six games and totaling 32 for the season, surpassing Johnny Bench's record for home runs by a catcher before the All-Star break. With impressive stats and playing a demanding position, Raleigh is making a strong case for the American League MVP, rivaling Aaron Judge. Need More Context? 🔎
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