MLB Weekly Recap: Brewers Lead, Mariners’ Cal Raleigh Makes History

The Milwaukee Brewers continue to dominate MLB with the best record in the league, thanks to consistent pitching and strong offensive play. As of August 24, the Brewers are the team to beat, maintaining a solid lead in the NL Central and showing no signs of slowing down.
The Seattle Mariners stole the spotlight this week with catcher Cal Raleigh, who hit two home runs in a single game against the Oakland Athletics, tying the MLB record for most home runs in a single season by a primary catcher. Raleigh now has 49 home runs, marking one of the most historic offensive seasons for a catcher in league history. His teammate Logan Gilbert also contributed with 13 strikeouts in six innings, helping Seattle to an 11–4 victory.
The Detroit Tigers continue their strong run in the AL Central, holding the second-best record behind the Brewers. Pitchers like Tarik Skubal and key hitters have kept the team competitive, keeping them in playoff contention. The standings show a tight race as both the Brewers and Tigers lead their divisions and remain favorites for postseason success.
This week highlighted historic individual achievements and team consistency. The Brewers maintain their position as the top team in MLB, while the Mariners showcased one of the most memorable individual performances of the season through Cal Raleigh’s record-tying power display. As the regular season progresses, fans can expect an exciting stretch run leading up to the playoffs.