'Awful' Raleigh takes blame as M's lose 5th in row
Cal Raleigh, saddled with a .159 average a year after finishing second in the AL MVP race, acknowledged his struggles after the Seattle Mariners' 4-1 loss to the New York Yankees on Tuesday night, telling reporters "I've got to find a way to be better."
The Seattle Mariners are in a tough spot right now, having lost their fifth straight game, and it seems like Cal Raleigh is shouldering the blame. A .159 batting average is a far cry from what he showed last season, when he finished second in the AL MVP race. It's clear that Raleigh is frustrated with his performance, and his comments after the game show that he's taking responsibility for his struggles.
This season has been a letdown for Raleigh so far, and it's not just about his batting average. He's a key player for the Mariners, and his struggles are likely contributing to the team's losing streak. The Yankees are a tough opponent, but the Mariners had high hopes coming into the season. Now, they're facing a tough stretch of games, and they'll need Raleigh to turn it around if they want to get back on track.
What's next for the Mariners is a crucial series against the Oakland Athletics, who are also struggling. The Mariners will need to bounce back and show some signs of life on offense, and Raleigh will be a key player to watch. Can he turn his season around and start hitting like he did last year? The Mariners faithful are hoping so, as they try to get back into contention in the AL West.
Originally reported by espn.com. SportsNewsNow adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.