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Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh scripts history by becoming the first player in the team’s history to win the prestigious Platinum Glove Award. This honor comes on the heels of his Gold Glove win, cementing his status as the top defensive catcher in the American League for 2024. Raleigh’s exceptional skills behind the plate have garnered attention, and his impressive 2024 season serves as the foundation for these accolades.
The Platinum Glove Award
Introduced by Rawlings in 2011, the Platinum Glove Award is given to the best defensive player among all the Gold Glove winners. What sets this award apart is that it combines fan votes and advanced sabermetrics data to determine the top defender in both the American and National Leagues. Raleigh’s win is particularly notable as he is the first Mariner to ever claim the prestigious honor. Before him, only one American League catcher ,Jose Trevino had won the Platinum Glove. Raleigh’s achievement not only highlights his individual brilliance but also marks a historic moment for the Mariners.
Raleigh’s Stellar 2024 Season
Raleigh’s performance in 2024 was nothing short of spectacular. He led all MLB catchers in games played (135) and innings caught (1,122), proving his durability and consistency. Defensively, he topped all AL catchers with 17 Defensive Runs Saved, and he again led the league in caught-stealing for the second consecutive year, throwing out 26 runners. Offensively, Raleigh was a force as well, hitting 34 home runs, driving in 100 RBIs, and drawing 70 walks across 153 games. While his batting average sat at .220, his power and on-base skills contributed significantly to the Mariners’ success.
Early Career and Minor League Stats
Drafted by the Mariners in 2018, Raleigh began his professional career with the AquaSox, where he impressed with a .288 average and eight home runs in just 38 games. In 2019, he played a full season across High-A Modesto and Double-A Arkansas, hitting 29 home runs and driving in 82 RBIs. After the 2020 season was canceled due to COVID-19, Raleigh bounced back in 2021, playing for Triple-A Tacoma where he hit .324 with nine homers before making his MLB debut with the Mariners.
Career Stats
Over 464 regular season games, Raleigh has posted a .218 batting average, with 93 home runs and 251 RBIs. His best offensive season came in 2024, but his consistency in power numbers and on-base percentage (.296) has been a hallmark of his game. In the postseason, Raleigh has appeared in five games, hitting .227 with one home run and four RBIs. His defensive prowess, combined with his offensive contributions, has made him one of the most valuable catchers in the game today.
