Cal Raleigh is having a historic season, delivering MLB-leading power as Seattle treads toward the postseason. Through 114 games, he sits at 43 homers with a .248/.?235-ish line, 106 hits and 93 RBI, proving more than just splash. The Heart and Hustle Award crown underscores his impact behind the plate, and his nickname origins—courtesy of Jarred Kelenic—add to the lore around a catcher who's blossoming into fantasy gold.

Seattle’s deadline moves have turned the Mariners into a tougher World Series threat, letting Raleigh play through the stretch with a buoyant lineup and improved run production. He acknowledges MVP chants from fans but stays laser-focused on wins. Raleigh’s power, paired with RBI upside and a respectable contact profile, makes him a rare fantasy asset at catcher, especially during a hot series against the Rays.

From a fantasy lens, Raleigh’s 43 HR pace is elite for catchers, combining big counting numbers with enough consistency to avoid a steep BA drop. Expect continued power against Tampa Bay as Seattle stacks wins down the stretch. His blend of home-run upside and dependable RBI floor seals him as a cornerstone in many rosters, especially in leagues weighting power and run production at the catcher spot.

The Atlanta Braves faced another setback as outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. exited the game against the Kansas City Royals with right Achilles tightness, later diagnosed with a Grade 1 calf strain. Following the game, Acuña was seen in a walking boot and will be evaluated further to determine the extent of the injury.

This season, Acuña played 55 games, returning from an ACL tear, achieving a .306/.429/.577 batting line with 14 home runs. However, his stolen base count is significantly down from last year, reflecting a cautious approach post-injury. With the Braves struggling at 45-61 and Acuña now sidelined for at least 10 days, the team may adopt a conservative approach to his recovery.

The Braves' entire starting rotation is currently on the injured list, highlighting their depth issues, as utility player Eli White is their next best outfield option after recalling Jarred Kelenic. This season’s challenges have put Atlanta 13 games behind the wild card, prompting potential trades before the deadline.

On a blistering Sunday afternoon at Harbor Park, the Norfolk Tides split their series against the Gwinnett Stripers, falling 6-4 despite a standout performance from Vimael Machín, who hit two home runs. Jarred Kelenic led the Stripers, going 3-for-5 and scoring three runs. Gwinnett jumped to an early lead, but Norfolk battled back, narrowing a 6-1 deficit to 6-4 in the sixth inning. Eddys Leonard and Connor Capel also shone for Gwinnett, contributing two RBIs and a solo homer, respectively.

The Tides' pitching, particularly Cameron Weston, struggled, giving up five earned runs in 4.1 innings. Gwinnett's Hurston Waldrep dominated early, but the Tides showcased resilience with a strong comeback effort. The series concluded with some fireworks, as the Tides celebrated a prior victory with a commanding 11-1 win against Gwinnett.