The Seattle Mariners guaranteed one of the best catchers in the league would remain the Pacific Northwest for many years to come. The team announced a

The first was Alejandro Kirk, whose five-year, $58 million extension with the Toronto Blue Jays became official Tuesday. The second, and more notable, was Cal Raleigh, who agreed Tuesday to a six-year,

Cal Raleigh has blossomed into a favorite among Mariners fans and teammates alike, becoming one of the true clubhouse leaders in Seattle and one of the sport’s most productive players at the most demanding position.