Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh wins the 2025 Home Run Derby! See how 'Big Dumper' launched 18 final-round homers to bring the coveted title home to Seattle.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
In a dazzling display of raw power and clutch hitting, Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh has conquered the baseball world, winning the 2025 T-Mobile Home Run Derby. The man affectionately known as 'Big Dumper' put on a show for the ages, electrifying the crowd and bringing the coveted title home to Seattle in a performance that will be talked about for years to come.
The exclamation point on a legendary night: a colossal 464-foot blast, Raleigh's longest of the event, that sealed his Derby dominance.
It was a night where legends are made, and Cal Raleigh etched his name in the history books. Entering the final round, the pressure was immense, but Seattle's backstop was unfazed. He launched an incredible 18 home runs to secure the victory, capping off his performance with a jaw-dropping 464-foot moonshot that stood as the longest homer of the entire event. The victory, celebrated wildly on social media and by national broadcasters, is a monumental individual achievement and a massive highlight for the Mariners organization during the All-Star break.
While Raleigh was busy making headlines, the Mariners' front office was making moves to prepare for the season's second half. On Monday, the team activated right-handed pitcher Carlos Vargas from the paternity list, bringing a fresh and powerful arm back to the bullpen. To clear a roster spot, left-hander Tayler Saucedo was optioned to Triple-A Tacoma. This shuffle provides the M's with a different look out of the 'pen as they gear up for the playoff push.
With the Home Run Derby trophy now proudly in Seattle's hands, the Mariners have a massive surge of momentum heading into the second half. Cal Raleigh's incredible victory isn't just a personal accolade; it's a jolt of energy for the entire team and fanbase. All eyes now turn to the remainder of the All-Star festivities and the critical push for the playoffs that awaits.
