The Mariners dropped a three-game series to the Mets, capped by yesterday's 7-3 loss at the MLB Little League Classic. Yes, but: Cal Raleigh hit his 47th homer, one shy of tying Salvador Perez's MLB record for most in a season by a catcher, per FOX 13.

Ahead of tonight’s Little League Classic in Williamsport between the Mets and Mariners, several players from each team renewed a ritual that has become a staple of this event.

Carlos Mendoza, the Mets manager, was excited to see a Little League World Series team from his Venezuelan hometown.

Cal Raleigh and the Mariners took on the Mets in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday. Raleigh made special gear for the occasion.

If you're curious about what the Mariners players looked like as kids, just check out Cal Raleigh's chest protector, where he has each of them proudly displayed.