Seattle Mariners rout the Chicago Cubs 14-6 on June 22, 2025, launching 5 HRs. Cal Raleigh, Donovan Solano, and Dominic Canzone led the offensive explosion.
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Forget the friendly confines; Wrigley Field turned into the Mariners' personal launching pad on Sunday. Seattle unleashed a tidal wave of offense, crushing the Chicago Cubs 14-6 with an 18-hit, five-homer barrage to emphatically clinch the series. This wasn't just a win; it was a statement that when this lineup clicks, it's one of the most dangerous in baseball.
Cal Raleigh's four home runs in the Chicago series set a new first-half record for switch-hitters, a testament to his incredible power surge.
From the very first inning, the Mariners' intentions were clear. Cal Raleigh kicked off the party with a two-run blast, his 31st of the year. But the fun was just getting started. Dominic Canzone and Donovan Solano decided to play a game of 'anything you can do, I can do better,' with both players launching two homers apiece. Canzone went deep in the second and sixth, while Solano, affectionately known as 'Donnie Barrels,' lived up to his name with a solo shot in the fourth and a two-run bomb in the seventh, finishing with a game-high five RBIs. The M's capped it all off with a five-run eighth inning, highlighted by a two-run double from Randy Arozarena, putting the game far out of reach and letting the #TridentsUp hashtag fly.
While the team victory was sweet, Cal Raleigh etched his name into the record books. His majestic 414-foot homer in the first inning wasn't just another run-scorer; it was his fourth of the series and established a new first-half home run record for a switch-hitter. Raleigh's consistent power has been the engine of this offense all season, and seeing him set a new benchmark is a thrill for every Mariners fan. He is on a truly special pace, providing elite power from the catcher position.
With an offense scoring 14 runs, the pitching didn't need to be perfect, and it wasn't. Logan Gilbert battled through five innings, giving up four runs but doing enough to earn the win. The bullpen, featuring Trent Thornton and Ryne Stanek, closed it out. Seeing Thornton on the mound was a massive relief for fans. After leaving Saturday's game with heat exhaustion in a scary scene, the reliever was deemed 'OK' and came back to contribute, a testament to his toughness. It's a gritty performance that won't show up in the box score but speaks volumes about this team's resilience.
The series also saw a significant roster shuffle. IF/OF Luke Raley was activated from the IL after a strong rehab stint, and to make room, clubhouse favorite Rowdy Tellez was designated for assignment. It's a tough business move, but one the front office felt necessary to improve roster flexibility. On the injury front, the news is mixed. Bryce Miller (elbow) recently received a PRP injection, while Victor Robles (shoulder) is likely out until September. The good news is that reliever Collin Snider is targeting a return in July, which would be a welcome boost for the bullpen.
Leaving Chicago with a decisive series win fueled by an offensive explosion is the perfect way to end the week. The power is undeniable, the record-setting pace of Cal Raleigh is historic, and the team's grit is on full display. As they move forward, the challenge will be to bottle this offensive lightning and find more consistency. With key players healing and the trade deadline approaching, this dominant performance against the Cubs could be the spark that ignites a memorable second-half run.
