A year later, though, Raleigh is literally one of the worst hitters in the game. With the Mariners quickly falling out of the playoff hunt after losing their fifth-straight game, Raleigh surprised reporters by inviting an impromptu Q&A after Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the New York Yankees. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementWhen asked about the team's current skid, Raleigh took the brunt of the responsibility, telling reporters, "I'm awful," per Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times. But any hope of that happening revolves around Raleigh and Co. finally finding their stride at the plate. It's up to him and the rest of the Mariners to take it to heart and start producing.