The Seattle Mariners expected a tight finish in the 2025 AL MVP race, and the debate intensified the moment the results dropped. The reaction to Aaron Judge claiming the award spread quickly after he won by a narrow margin, triggering immediate outrage from Mariners fans. Many pointed to the AL MVP voting results as evidence that Cal Raleigh’s historic season carried more weight.

The catcher delivered a rare blend of power and durability in 2025, leading all of MLB with 60 home runs while handling the physical demands of catching over 1,000 innings. Supporters felt his mix of offense, defense, and leadership placed him ahead of Judge in overall value, especially as the team surged to the division title.

That frustration exploded across social media. Mariners fans erupted in fury af

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