Cal Raleigh's walk-off single seals a 4-3 Mariners win over the Astros on July 20, 2025. See how Raleigh's 38th homer and clutch hit secured the victory.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
In a scene becoming beautifully familiar at T-Mobile Park, Cal Raleigh stepped to the plate in the bottom of the ninth and delivered pure magic. With a sharp single to right, he sent J.P. Crawford racing home, sealing a dramatic 4-3 walk-off victory over the Houston Astros and sending the Seattle faithful into a frenzy.
'Keep it rolling, Seattle!' - Cal Raleigh, via his postgame celebratory selfie.
The stage was set for a classic Seattle thriller. Tied 3-3 in the bottom of the ninth against a division rival, J.P. Crawford led off with a walk and advanced to second, putting the winning run in scoring position. After a tense battle, Cal Raleigh came to the plate and did what he does best: deliver in the clutch. He laced a single into right field, scoring Crawford easily and kicking off a wild celebration on the diamond as the Mariners secured their fifth consecutive win.
Before his walk-off heroics, Raleigh had already made his presence felt. The Mariners' All-Star catcher launched his 38th home run of the season, a towering shot that continues his remarkable power surge. He now leads all MLB catchers and switch hitters in homers and pushed his RBI total to 83. His combination of power and clutch performance is cementing his status as one of the most valuable players in the league.
The late-game drama was only possible thanks to another stellar outing from Bryan Woo. In his first start since the All-Star break, the right-hander was sharp, pitching 6.1 strong innings while allowing just two earned runs and striking out seven. Woo lowered his season ERA to a sparkling 2.73, continuing his breakout campaign. The bullpen was equally dominant, tossing 2.2 scoreless innings, with Andrés Muñoz picking up the win.
This victory was more than just a single win; it was a statement. By taking the series from the Astros, the Mariners improved to 53-45 and narrowed the gap in the hotly contested AL West. The team's current health—with no new injuries or transactions—is a major advantage. Down on the farm, the future continues to look bright, with prospects like Jonatan Clase (17th HR) and Emerson Hancock (8 K in 5 IP) impressing at Triple-A Tacoma.
With a five-game winning streak under their belts and the Astros in the rearview mirror, the Mariners are firing on all cylinders. This team has the pitching, the power, and the ninth-inning magic to make a serious push. As they continue this homestand, the message from the clubhouse, echoed by Cal Raleigh himself, is clear: Keep it rolling, Seattle.
