Two AL hitters are crushing long balls at a historic rate. Before their 81st games, we compare their first-half performances to the best ever -- and if they can keep it going.

Where will Cal Raleigh’s run land alongside the all-time individual seasons across Seattle sports? As the Mariners' season approaches the halfway point, let's go down the list.

For every big swing and eye-popping home run, Cal Raleigh is building his case for something bigger. Chants of “M-V-P! M-V-P!” are growing louder in the Emerald City for Seattle’s 28-year-old catcher as opposing spectators look away, grit their teeth, and wait for Big Dumper to strike.