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Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh’s custom ‘Big Dumper’ cup leaves Jeff Passan in shambles

The Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh is not off to the best start to the season. He is hitting just .205 with seven home runs, but the man affectionately known as The Big Dumper is still one of the biggest star catchers in the majors. Now, Raleigh is talking about the life of being a […] The post Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh’s custom ‘Big Dumper’ cup leaves Jeff Passan in shambles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros’ Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai injury updates will catch fans’ attention

The Houston Astros are not off to the best start to the 2026 campaign, starting just 7-11 on the year and in last place in the AL West. Injuries have already been an issue for the Astros, with multiple pitchers on the IL. Two of those pitchers, Josh Hader and Tatsuya Imai, just got some […] The post Astros’ Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai injury updates will catch fans’ attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers first baseman Jake Burger doubles down with multi-home run game vs. Athletics

The Texas Rangers are riding a strong offensive performance as Jake Burger powered the lineup in a matchup vs. the Athletics. His early surge set the tone and provided a significant boost for a team looking to gain momentum. The Rangers’ slugging first baseman made an immediate impact Monday night in the first game of […] The post Rangers first baseman Jake Burger doubles down with multi-home run game vs. Athletics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners end 8-year drought in statement sweep of Astros

There was a changing of the guard in the AL West during the 2025 season, as a late charge from the Seattle Mariners not only allowed them to wrestle away the division title from the Houston Astros, they also sent them packing and out of postseason contention. And while the Mariners have not hit the […] The post Mariners end 8-year drought in statement sweep of Astros appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels announce 2 roster moves ahead of Reds clash

The Los Angeles Angels made a couple notable roster moves ahead of Saturday’s matchup vs. the Cincinnati Reds, signaling a shift in their infield plans. The club welcomed Vaughn Grissom back while moving on from Jeimer Candelario in a decisive adjustment. Grissom returned from the 10-day injured list after recovering from a left wrist sprain. […] The post Angels announce 2 roster moves ahead of Reds clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why insider is confident Rangers can be a ‘playoff contender’

The Texas Rangers are drawing national attention as a potential playoff contender after climbing to first place in the AL West with a 7–5 record and a recent three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners. Fueled by the early impact of manager Skip Schumaker and an offense with significant upside, the team’s strong start signals a […] The post Why insider is confident Rangers can be a ‘playoff contender’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Mariners’ ‘holy ****’ HR robbery that left Rangers’ Josh Smith ‘wanting to cry’

The Texas Rangers completed a statement series sweep of the Seattle Mariners, but a highlight-reel defensive play ultimately stole the spotlight. Despite Texas’ dominance, a dramatic home run robbery involving Josh Smith became one of the most talked-about moments of the game. The former LSU Tigers standout nearly gave the Rangers an early lead in […] The post The Mariners’ ‘holy ****’ HR robbery that left Rangers’ Josh Smith ‘wanting to cry’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Astros’ Carlos Correa is not playing vs. Rockies

The Houston Astros entered Wednesday’s series finale at Coors Field without veteran third baseman Carlos Correa, whose illness forced another late shuffle of the infield. His absence loomed large as the Astros were hammered 9–1, sealing a three-game sweep at the hands of the Rockies. Manager Joe Espada held Correa out for a second consecutive […] The post Why Astros’ Carlos Correa is not playing vs. Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers’ Jacob deGrom gets best-case update on scary knee injury

Jacob DeGrom has been dealing with injuries throughout his career. So when the Texas Rangers took him out after just 78 pitches on Monday, fans were understandably concerned. It was reported that DeGrom was feeling some discomfort in his knee, hence why the team took him out earlier than anticipated. The star pitcher underwent an […] The post Rangers’ Jacob deGrom gets best-case update on scary knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh finally blasts 1st 2026 homer vs. Rangers

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh delivered his first home run of the 2026 season Monday night, breaking through with a solo shot against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. The milestone blast came during a grueling 12-pitch at-bat vs. ace Jacob deGrom, marking a key turning point after Raleigh’s slow start to the year. […] The post Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh finally blasts 1st 2026 homer vs. Rangers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Astros will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series

In 2026, no one thought that the Houston Astros would win anything. The Astros didn’t make the playoffs in 2025 for the first time since 2016 going 87-75 and missing the Wild Card spot by one game. People didn’t think about them much this spring as Bleacher Report famously put them in the “In Need […] The post Why Astros will shock MLB world and win 2026 World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Latest Josh Hader injury update will catch Astros’ fans’ attention

The Houston Astros will begin their 2026 MLB season with a battle with the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park. Closer Josh Hader will start the season on the injured list and will not be available for Opening Day. But the recent news revealed it might be a short time, according to Astros’ beat […] The post Latest Josh Hader injury update will catch Astros’ fans’ attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Cal Raleigh bold predictions for 2026 season

Cal Raleigh enters 2026 with massive expectations—and for good reason. The Seattle Mariners catcher has already redefined power at his position, and projections for the upcoming season now center on historic production, MVP contention, and the continued strength of Seattle’s lineup. Raleigh is no longer a breakout story. He is the engine—and the identity—of a […] The post 2 Cal Raleigh bold predictions for 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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