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Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh makes history

Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh made history Tuesday night. The MLB home run leader hit his 55th and 56th home runs of the season, in the Mariners' 12-5 win over the Kansas City Royals.

With his 55th homer, he surpassed Mickey Mantle for the most home runs in a single season by a switch hitter.

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