Cal Raleigh Signs Six-Year, $105 Million Extension with Mariners

Catcher Cal Raleigh officially announced his six-year, $105 million contract extension with the Seattle Mariners, expressing his desire to remain with the team that launched his major league career. During the press conference, Raleigh thanked his family for their support and shared his hopes to help the Mariners win a World Series. The new deal includes a $10 million signing bonus and escalating salaries, reflecting the franchise's commitment to keeping a competitive team together. Mariners president Jerry Dipoto emphasized the team's potential for sustained success, as they have posted winning records over the past four seasons. Raleigh, who set career highs last year with 34 homers and 100 RBIs, aims to take on a leadership role within the team. The announcement coincided with the Mariners' challenging 7-0 loss to the Athletics, underscoring the team's need for improvement as the season progresses.