Cal Raleigh's status for today's game is uncertain as the Mariners await MRI results for tightness in his right side. He has missed the last three games and may need time on the injured list.
Key points
Cal Raleigh has tightness in his right side.
He last played on May 1 against the Kansas City Royals.
Raleigh has missed the last three games.
The Mariners are awaiting MRI results.
A decision on his status is expected soon.
Seattle MarinersCal RaleighKansas City Royals
The Seattle Mariners may make a decision later today on whether or not catcher Cal Raleigh will need some time on the injured list to recover from tightness he's been feeling on his right side.
Raleigh, who led the majors last season with 60 home runs, last played in a game on Friday, May 1, against the Kansas City Royals. He has been out of the lineup for the last three games and underwent an MRI on his side as the team looks to determine the extent of his injury.
The Athletics Lawrence Butler is tagged out by Chicago White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas as he tires to extend his double into a triple during the eighth inning at Sutter Health Park on April 18, 2026.
Cleveland Guardians mascot Slider interacts with fans during game against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field on April 17, 2026.
Washington Nationals right fielder Daylen Lile attempts to catch a ball hit for a single by the Pittsburgh Pirates' Jake Mangum during the first inning at PNC Park on April 16, 2026. The Nationals won the game, 8-7.
Q&A
What injury is Cal Raleigh dealing with?
Cal Raleigh is experiencing tightness in his right side.
When did Cal Raleigh last play for the Mariners?
Cal Raleigh last played on Friday, May 1, against the Kansas City Royals.
What did Mariners manager Dan Wilson say about Raleigh's injury?
Manager Dan Wilson indicated that a decision regarding Raleigh's status would be forthcoming in the next day or so.
Will Cal Raleigh be placed on the injured list?
It is currently unclear if Cal Raleigh will be placed on the injured list, pending MRI results.
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Raleigh downplayed the severity in an interview Monday saying, "Everything is good."
He said he's feeling better as the days have progressed, and the team doesn't want to take any unnecessary risks this early in the season.
Raleigh is off to a slow start this season, hitting just .186 with seven homers and 18 RBIs in 33 games.
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh celebrates a solo home run in an April 26 against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh celebrates a solo home run in an April 26 against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Mitch Garver and minor league call-up Jhonny Pereda have tag-teamed behind the plate in Raleigh's absence. That's something the Mariners didn't have to worry about last season, when Raleigh played in 159 of the team's 162 contests.
