Corporate Matters Delayed: Cal Raleigh Forgoes Registration of Controversial 'Big Dumper' Brand Name
Seattle Mariners Star Cal Raleigh and His Unique Nickname "The Big Dumper"
Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners' rising star, has been making waves both on and off the field. The 26-year-old catcher, known for his prodigious power, has earned a distinctive nickname that has become synonymous with his success – "The Big Dumper."
The nickname, a humorous reference to Raleigh's notably large posterior, was coined by his former Mariners teammate Jarred Kelenic in 2020. Following Raleigh's breakout season and his triumph in the Home Run Derby in 2025, the unique moniker gained national attention, helping to build his personal brand and marketability.
Despite not personally trademarking the nickname, Raleigh has successfully leveraged it for business opportunities. He has secured a sponsorship deal with Honey Bucket, a portable toilet company, an endorsement that aligns perfectly with his nickname and public image.
Raleigh was born in Cullowhee, North Carolina, and attended Smoky Mountain High School in Sylva. He later played college baseball at Florida State before being drafted by the Mariners in the first round of the 2018 MLB Draft.
In 2021, Raleigh signed a five-year, $105 million extension with the Mariners, tying him to the team through the 2030 season. The deal, negotiated by Casey Close, Knief, and the boys at Excel Sports Management, includes a $20 million vesting option for 2031 based on Raleigh playing in at least 100 games during any four seasons of the deal.
As of now, Raleigh is not interested in producing a line of bats like the one he used in the Home Run Derby. Nor is he currently considering trademarking his nickname or creating a business around it. Instead, he remains focused on the season and breaking records. Currently, he is six home runs away from tying Salvador Perez's single-season record for a catcher.
Raleigh's impressive performance this season has led to a surge in Google search interest for "The Big Dumper." As the season progresses, it remains to be seen whether Raleigh will continue to capitalize on his unique nickname and maintain his status as one of the MLB's most intriguing personalities.
References:
- ESPN
- Forbes
- MLB.com
- CBS Sports
Cal Raleigh's unique nickname, "The Big Dumper," has attracted endorsements in the sports industry, specifically from Honey Bucket, a portable toilet company, aligning with his – and his nickname's – public image. Amidst his impressive performance in Major League Baseball for the Seattle Mariners, Raleigh'sGoogle search interest continues to rise, showcasing potential for further business opportunities rooted in his distinctive moniker.
