Cal Raleigh has been on a tear this season, and his recent performance has caught everyone's attention. He just broke the American League record for home runs before the All-Star break, hitting his 38th homer in a game against Detroit. This puts him just one home run shy of Barry Bonds' major league record set way back in 2001.

Raleigh's record-breaking home run came in the eighth inning off Tyler Holton, a former teammate. He tied the AL record with that one, which was previously set by Reggie Jackson in 1969 and matched by Chris Davis in 2013. Raleigh didn't stop there, though. He hit another homer in the ninth inning, a grand slam off Brant Hurter.

When asked about his record-breaking performance, Raleigh seemed humble and surprised. He admitted he didn't even know he was close to the record until after the game. He's just grateful for the opportunity to play and contribute to his team's success.

Raleigh's consistency has been key to his success this season. He's been hitting home runs steadily month after month, with 10 in March and April, 12 in May, 11 in June, and five so far in July. His manager, Dan Wilson, praised Raleigh's consistency, saying that baseball is all about staying steady and performing well over time.

With two games left before the All-Star break, all eyes will be on Raleigh to see if he can tie Bonds' record. But regardless of what happens, Raleigh has already made a significant impact this season and has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with.

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Cal Raleigh's Record-Breaking Season: A Look at His Consistency

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