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Updated May 19, 2026
Cal Raleigh, Seattle Mariners catcher, has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain. The injury was initially sustained earlier in May and reaggravated during a game in Houston on May 14, 2026. MRI imaging showed the injury was "similar or slightly improved" from previous scans. The Mariners are optimistic about his recovery timeline and do not anticipate a lengthy absence. Raleigh will receive a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection and will be shut down for approximately one week before resuming baseball activities on a week-to-week basis. This is Raleigh's first career IL placement. The injury is complicated by his switch-hitting status, which may affect his recovery timeline.
Strengths
- + Optimistic team outlook - GM stated no lengthy absence expected
- + MRI imaging showed injury similar or slightly improved from previous scans
- + No further damage done to the injury during reaggravation
- + PRP injection treatment planned
- + Team confidence in recovery with proper rest
- + First career IL placement suggests overall durability
Weaknesses
- - Oblique strain is a significant injury for a catcher requiring frequent twisting motions
- - Reaggravated injury suggests initial recovery was incomplete
- - Switch-hitting status complicates rehabilitation timeline
- - Raleigh struggling significantly in 2026 (0-for-25 hitting streak, third-lowest batting average among qualified hitters)
- - Poor performance in World Baseball Classic spring training
- - Backup catching options limited after trading Harry Ford to Washington
- - Lingering soreness requires extended shutdown period
Injury Status: IL-10
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Caleb Berry is a catcher for the Chicago Cubs.
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