Cal Raleigh’s All-Star Season Gets a Viral Twist at Yankee Stadium
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh has been making headlines for his monster season at the plate — and now, thanks to the YES Network, he’s also going viral for a rather cheeky reason.
During Tuesday night’s series opener between the New York Yankees and the Seattle Mariners, the broadcast team on YES gave fans a moment they won’t soon forget: a double zoom-in on Raleigh’s much-talked-about posterior, affectionately known by fans and teammates as the “Big Dumper.”
A Career Year for the “Big Dumper”
Raleigh entered Tuesday night’s game leading Major League Baseball with 35 home runs, a remarkable stat for a catcher. His stellar performance earned him a starting spot in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game and a coveted spot in the Home Run Derby.
But even with those accolades, it was a sixth-inning walk — and what followed — that stole the show.
YES Network Zooms in on the Action… Literally
As Raleigh reached first base, the YES Network’s commentary team, led by Michael Kay, took a lighthearted moment to acknowledge the catcher’s viral nickname. In perfect comedic timing, the broadcast camera did a double zoom-in on Raleigh’s backside, with Kay referring to his “large posterior.”
The moment was sealed into baseball meme history with the help of closed captioning and enthusiastic fans online, quickly turning into a trending highlight across social media platforms.
A Hilarious Reminder: Baseball Still Has Fun
While Raleigh continues to dominate on the field with his powerful bat and All-Star-level performance, this moment reminds fans that baseball is still full of fun and unexpected entertainment.
The Mariners’ slugger may be chasing records this season, but for one night in the Bronx, it was all about the “Big Dumper’s” big moment.
What’s Next for Cal Raleigh?
With the All-Star festivities just around the corner and the Mariners in the thick of a playoff race, Cal Raleigh is cementing himself as one of the most exciting — and talked-about — players in the league.
Whether it’s towering home runs or viral broadcast moments, one thing’s clear: Cal Raleigh is must-watch TV.
