Cal Raleigh may or may not end up winning AL MVP, but his campaign is award-worthy regardless as arguably the best ever season in league history by a catcher. And at the heart of his push for the prestigious award is the plethora of home run records he has set.
Where do you begin? Raleigh became the first catcher and switch-hitter in Major League history to hit 30 home runs before the All-Star break. He's also tied-third overall for the most ever homers through the end of June, with 33.
Recently is where it's gotten really special for the 2024 Platinum Glove Award winner, with him tracking down several all-time marks.