In 2025, Cal Raleigh, nicknamed the “Big Dumper” for his impressive Home Run Derby win and 60 home runs, openly admitted to his struggles, stating, “I’m awful.” The Seattle Mariners are currently four games behind a wild-card spot after a five-game losing streak. Raleigh’s performance has declined significantly this season, with a .159 batting average, 12 home runs, and a high strikeout rate of 32.2 percent. This marks a stark contrast to his previous season as an AL MVP runner-up.
