Mariners Teammates Raleigh and Arozarena Bury the Hatchet After WBC Drama

The two players have moved past their on-field dispute and are focused on the upcoming MLB season.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 6:09pm

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Seattle Mariners teammates Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena got into a bit of drama during the recent World Baseball Classic, with Raleigh refusing to shake Arozarena's hand as he stepped to the plate for Team Mexico. However, the two players have since talked it out and confirmed that the incident is now in the past, with both focused on the upcoming MLB season and the Mariners' success.

Why it matters

As key offensive contributors for the Mariners, it's crucial that Raleigh and Arozarena have a strong working relationship and are able to put any past animosity behind them. Team chemistry and unity will be essential for the Mariners to build on their recent success and make a deep playoff run.

The details

During the WBC, Raleigh kept his allegiances strictly to Team USA, while Arozarena was representing Mexico. The two players got into a heated moment on the field, with Raleigh refusing to shake Arozarena's hand. However, the two have since talked it out and both claim the incident is now in the past.

  • The WBC drama occurred in March 2026.

The players

Cal Raleigh

A catcher for the Seattle Mariners who played for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

Randy Arozarena

An outfielder for the Seattle Mariners who played for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.

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What they’re saying

“We talked it out. Randy knows that I love him and he's a brother. It's in the past and none of us are carrying this forward. We're in a good spot. We talked it out. We're both sorry, and we both got in a good place, and we're both happy to be here too.”

— Cal Raleigh, Mariners Catcher

The takeaway

The Mariners will need Raleigh and Arozarena to put aside any past differences and work together as a cohesive unit if they hope to build on their recent success and make a deep playoff run this season. Their ability to bury the hatchet and focus on the team's goals is a positive sign for the Mariners' chances in 2026.