Something’s off with the Seattle Mariners’ backstop, and it’s raising eyebrows across the baseball world. Cal Raleigh, the team’s primary catcher, has now missed two straight games due to a mystery injury that’s left fans and analysts alike scratching their heads.

The trouble first surfaced on Saturday when the Mariners called up Jhonny Pereda from the minors—a clear sign that all wasn’t well behind the plate. While backup Mitch Garver got the start that night, it was Pereda who took the field on Sunday for the day game, suggesting this isn’t just a routine day off.

So what’s the deal? The Mariners have been tight-lipped, initially scratching Raleigh from Saturday’s lineup with what they called “general soreness.” He underwent imaging shortly after, but as of Saturday night, the team had no results to share. Manager Dan Wilson didn’t specify the nature of the injury or how it occurred, leaving plenty of room for speculation.

This is especially puzzling given Raleigh’s recent hot streak. After a sluggish start to the season, the slugger had found his groove, belting five home runs in seven games and injecting some much-needed optimism into the Mariners’ lineup. Now, that momentum has hit an abrupt pause.

For a team relying on Raleigh’s power and defensive presence, this uncertainty is a tough pill to swallow. The Mariners are undoubtedly hoping for a swift resolution, but for now, their star catcher remains sidelined—and the baseball world is waiting for answers.