Seattle Mariners All-Star Cal Raleigh, famously known as Big Dumper, continues to rise as a recognizable figure in Major League Baseball, driven by his outstanding season and catchy nickname. His latest endorsement deal with Honey Bucket, a leading portable sanitation services company, capitalizes on his home run derby success and growing popularity.
Raleigh, who leads MLB with 38 home runs and won the Home Run Derby on Monday night, has increasingly become a go-to partner for both local businesses and national brands. Most recently, he appeared alongside some of baseball’s top stars in a T-Mobile commercial that aired Monday, highlighting his expanding appeal beyond the field.
Big Dumper’s Partnership with Honey Bucket Aligns Perfectly
On Wednesday, news broke about Cal Raleigh’s new endorsement with Honey Bucket via Instagram. The collaboration is an ideal match considering Raleigh’s well-known nickname, Big Dumper. Honey Bucket specializes in portable sanitation, making the partnership an obvious and humorous fit that resonates well with fans.
The promotional campaign will feature Raleigh in various appearances, exclusive content, and marketing initiatives, according to a press release. This endorsement showcases a creative way Raleigh’s persona and brand are being leveraged for commercial opportunities.
Raleigh’s Busy Season Off and On the Field
This announcement came on one of the rare days off for Raleigh since spring training. He has been a constant presence through the season, having played in 94 out of the Mariners’ 96 games so far. Additionally, Raleigh has stayed busy with media, hosting The Cal Raleigh Show, a weekly interview series with Mariners insider Shannon Drayer that airs Thursdays on Seattle Sports’ Wyman and Bob.
Following his Home Run Derby triumph, Raleigh has had an intense schedule filled with TV, radio, and social media appearances related to the All-Star Game festivities earlier this week.
Upcoming Games and Team Standings
The Mariners are set to play at home against the AL West-leading Houston Astros at 7:10 p.m. Friday at T-Mobile Park, with radio coverage starting at 6 p.m. featuring the pregame show on Seattle Sports. Currently, Seattle holds a 51-45 record and sits in the third American League wild card spot. They trail Houston, who leads the division with a 56-40 record, by five games but maintain a 1½ game advantage over the next wild card contender.
Current Mariners News and Player Updates
Amid these developments, analysis continues around Seattle’s player moves and performance. Notable topics include predictions from ESPN’s Passan that the Mariners will pursue aggressive trades, and updates on how Seattle’s four All-Star representatives fared during the MLB All-Star Game. Attention also focuses on Mariners draft prospects such as a ‘throwback’ catcher named Stevenson, who has drawn comparisons to Raleigh, rookie Cole Young’s promising development, and speculation about top Seattle pick Kade Anderson possibly reaching the majors next season.
“appearances, exclusive content, and promotional campaigns” — Honey Bucket press release
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Who is Cal Raleigh’s dad?
A. Todd Raleigh plans to hit home runs when his father, who is an experienced college coach, pitches to him.
Q. Is Cal Raleigh any good?
A. In his first 94 games, Cal Raleigh has hit the most home runs in MLB with 38 and has 81 RBIs. He has achieved a 6.2 Wins Above Replacement, according to FanGraphs. This is the second-best in MLB this season, just behind Aaron Judge’s 7.1. Since 2015, Raleigh’s performance ranks him fourth for MLB catchers over a complete season.
Q. Who is Cal Raleigh’s father?
A. Raleigh’s dad, Todd, who used to coach at Tennessee and Western Carolina, was the one who threw pitches to him. His younger brother, Todd Raleigh Jr., served as the catcher.
Q. What is Cal Raleigh’s real name?
A. Caleb John Raleigh, born on November 26, 1996, is an American baseball player who catches for the Seattle Mariners in Major League Baseball. Known as “Big Dumper,” Raleigh is considered one of the top power hitters and skilled all-around catchers in MLB. He is also notable for his ability to switch hit.