Mariners Announce Surgeries For Cal Raleigh, Josh Naylor
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Key Points:
- Mariners catchers Cal Raleigh and Josh Naylor underwent surgeries on October 3, with Raleigh having a left shoulder AC debridement and Naylor a right wrist TFCC repair, both expected to recover before spring training.
- Both players had down years in 2026, with Raleigh's offensive and defensive metrics significantly declining, partly due to a shoulder injury and an oblique issue that affected his performance and led to an IL stint.
- Naylor's production also dropped in 2026, with his home runs halved and overall offensive stats declining, although he did not go on the injured list despite wrist soreness causing missed games.
- Both players are key to the Mariners' future, signed through 2030 with high salaries, and their improved performance in 2027 is considered crucial for Seattle's postseason aspirations.
- The Mariners anticipate both Raleigh and Naylor to be healthy for the next season, allowing the team to focus on maximizing their contributions without immediate injury concerns.
