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Cal Raleigh

Mentioned in 32 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

A catcher for the Seattle Mariners who hit 60 home runs in the 2024-2025 seasons and was ranked #1 at his position by CBS Sports. Known by the nickname "The Big Dumper," he serves as a team leader and accountability voice, actively coaching pitchers on mechanics while also competing for MVP consideration. He was featured as a primary interview subject discussing the Mariners' historic 2025 season and also represented Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

Episode Appearances

Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 10, 2026

Hour 4-Stacy Rost, Need to Know, and Callers

Discussed for low OPS (.481), WBC participation impact, and contract situation affecting team dynamics

Seattle Mariners 2024 season performance and offensive strugglesWorld Baseball Classic impact on player performance and availabilityMLB platoon strategies and roster construction
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 10, 2026

Hour 1 - Late Night Texts, Aaron Goldsmith

Struggling offensively with low OPS; subject of discussion about expectations and performance

Mariners offensive struggles and fastball hittingExpectations and psychological pressure on elite rostersBat speed metrics and hitting performance correlation
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 8, 2026

Hour 4-Brock's Draft Profile, M's lineup changes with Robles injured, and Trash Takes

Mariners catcher with reduced swing speed metrics; DHing in today's lineup

Mariners swing speed decline and hard-hit rate correlationSeahawks 2024 NFL draft edge rusher evaluationDefensive end prospect Jacas (Illinois) scouting profile
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 8, 2026

Hour 2 - Mariners Need To Do The Little Things, Shannon Drayer, Blue 88

Mariners player; emphasized importance of 'little things' and execution after Sunday game

MLB Fundamentals and Execution in Early Season PerformanceDefensive Positioning and Error Prevention in BaseballSituational Baseball Strategy (Bunting, Base Running, Hit-and-Run)
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 8, 2026

Hour 1 - Late Night Mariners Texts, Jeff Passan

Featured in Passan's new podcast episode discussing catching complexities, responsibilities, and game management

Seattle Mariners offensive performance and batting average strugglesOne-run game losses and defensive execution in early seasonExpectations and psychological pressure on professional athletes
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 7, 2026

Hour 4-Brock's Draft Profile, and ESPN's Jeff Passan

Featured in Passan's new podcast episode discussing catcher responsibilities and game management

2025 NFL Draft Evaluation and Player ProfilingOffensive Guard Scouting Criteria and Georgia Tech ProgramMariners Early Season Offensive Struggles and Historical Patterns
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 7, 2026

Hour 3 - Mariners Have A New Public Enemy, The History Of 710

Mariners catcher Jeff Passan prioritized meeting with over scheduled radio appearance

Seattle Mariners 2024 season performance and pitching strategyMike Trout pitching strategy and inside fastball commandTy Butchery criticism of Mariners pitching
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 7, 2026

Hour 2 - Mariners First Impressions, Three Different Current Views Of The Mariners, Blue 88

Mariners catcher; central to discussion of offensive production and home run regression

Seattle Mariners 2024 season performance and expectationsMLB early-season predictive analytics and run differentialBaseball offensive production metrics and home run dependency
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 7, 2026

Hour 1 - Late Night Mariners Texts, Peter Schrager

Mariners catcher who hit first home run of season in game against Texas Rangers

Mariners Offensive Struggles and Early Season PerformanceMLB Managerial Strategy and In-Game Decision MakingSeahawks Super Bowl Championship Culture and Leadership
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026

Hour 4-Stacy Rost, Need to Know and Callers

Catcher with poor early performance; WBC participation cited as potential adjustment factor

Seattle Mariners Early Season Performance AnalysisMLB Player Adjustment Post-World Baseball ClassicDefensive Communication and Positioning in Baseball
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026

Hour 3 - For You In Review, Gee Scott

Switch-hitting catcher with .500 OPS, managing two distinct swings

Mariners 2024 season performance and player developmentJulio Rodriguez hitting slump and fastball vulnerabilityCal Raleigh switch-hitting catcher challenges
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026

Hour 2 - Mariners Are Really Good But Have Concerns, Trending NFL Stories, Blue 88

Discussed slow start after World Baseball Classic; prioritizing pitching staff preparation

Mariners Early Season Performance and Star Player UnderperformanceMLB Power Rankings and Competitive BalanceExpectation Management in Professional Sports
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 2, 2026

Hour 2 - Takeaways From Philip Rivers, What To Make Of The Mariners First Homestand, Blue 88

Analyzed for early-season performance struggles and adjustment to T-Mobile Park pressures

Seahawks Defense Scheme EvolutionDefensive Coverage Disguises and SynchronizationNicky Menhore's Role in Seattle Defense
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 2, 2026

Hour 1 - More Late Night Mariners Texts, Philip Rivers

Mariners player discussed regarding early season strikeouts and clutch hitting performance

Seattle Mariners early season performance and rebuild strategySeahawks defense scheme and disguise executionNFL quarterback experience and defensive reading
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026

Hour 2 - Will The Seahawks Make One More Big Move, Robert Murray, Blue 88

Had one of best seasons ever for catcher position; part of Mariners' core retention strategy

Colt Emerson Contract ExtensionSeahawks Offseason AcquisitionsNFL Draft Strategy
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026

Hour 1 - Late Night Mariners Texts, Jeff Passan

Described as running the club and essential to organizational culture and player attraction

Colt Emerson Contract Extension StrategyMariners Lineup Performance Against Left-Handed PitchersMax Fried Pitching Dominance
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Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

Effectively Wild Episode 2460: The Arc of History Bends Toward .500

Mariners catcher who walked off Yankees; subject of fan enthusiasm discussion

Pre-MLB Debut Player ExtensionsJoey Weemer's Consecutive On-Base StreakColt Emerson Mariners Contract
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026

Hour 4-What does Emerson's deal mean for JP?, Schneider and Macdonald from NFL meetings, and Answer the Question Jerk

Hit walk-off single in recent game; long-term contract holder in core group

MLB Contract Strategy and Pre-Arbitration DealsOrganizational Culture as Competitive AdvantageRoster Construction and Positional Flexibility
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026

Hour 3 - Why Do The Rams Whine So Much, Jeff Passan

Mariners catcher running the club; hit walk-off in recent game; locked up long-term

NFL Head Coach Competitive DynamicsMLB Pre-Debut Contract ExtensionsPlate Discipline Metrics in Player Evaluation
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026

Hour 2 - Draft, Develop, Trade And Retain For The Mariners, Mariners Walk Off The Yankees, Blue 88

Catcher who hit walk-off single in ninth inning against Yankees

Colt Emerson contract extension and pre-arbitration dealsMariners pitching rotation performance and strategyMLB rule changes: pitch clock, ABS system, challenge system
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026

Hour 1 - MLB's Challenge System Results Through Five Games, Jason Benetti, Mariners Extend Colt Emerson

Hit walkoff single in ninth inning; pinch-hit appearance discussed as strategic decision

MLB Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge SystemMariners vs. Yankees Game AnalysisColt Emerson Contract Extension
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Mar 2, 2026

Hour 4-How much is too much for Maxx Crosby? and an interesting comparison for Julio Rodriguez

Mariners catcher who restricts Logan Gilbert's pitch selection; relationship dynamic discussed

Max Crosby trade evaluation and Seahawks cap strategyNFL pre-agency period trade activity and timingJulio Rodriguez early career performance analysis
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Mar 2, 2026

Hour 2 - Are The Mariners Better Than Last Year's Team, Ryan Sloan, Blue 88

Mariners catcher who hit 60 home runs in 2024; discussed as key comparison point for 2025 roster evaluation

Seattle Mariners 2025 roster composition and competitive outlookYoung pitcher development and confidence-building in professional baseballMLB rotation health and injury management (oblique injuries in pitchers)
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Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker

Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Mar 2, 2026

March Is Here + Brandon Unveils A New Game For The Family | Mostly Sports EP 598 | 3.2.26

Seattle Mariners catcher; nicknamed 'The Big Dumper'; playing for Team USA in World Baseball Classic

NCAA Tournament Selection Criteria and At-Large BidsMiami of Ohio Undefeated Season AnalysisCollege Basketball Strength of Schedule Evaluation
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026

Hour 3: Shannon Drayer on the Julio MVP Train

Mariners catcher who hit 60 home runs last year; discussed as MVP contender and impact on Julio's season

NFL Team Historical Rankings and Statistical AnalysisMLB MVP Award Criteria and Competitive StandardsPlayer Maturity and Emotional Intelligence Development
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026

Hour 2: Mariners Star Outfielder Julio Rodriguez on Learning He Cannot Please Everyone

Mariners catcher; 60 home run season and MVP discussion; teammate relationship and shared attention demands

Julio Rodriguez MVP candidacy and performance metricsMental health breaks and athlete burnout preventionBoundary-setting and time management for public figures
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026

Hour 1: Is Pressure Good for this Mariners Team to Thrive?

Mariners catcher; hit 60 home runs in 2024, signed long-term extension, serves as team leader and accountability voice

Seattle Mariners roster continuity and team chemistryWorld Series expectations and championship mentalityPitcher development and pitch mix innovation
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 25, 2026

Hour 4: Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer on the Young Players that Could Impact this Roster

Mariners catcher demonstrating commitment to spring training; noted young pitchers' purposeful pitch placement

Seattle Mariners spring training roster evaluationYoung pitcher development: Ryan Sloan and Cade AndersonVeteran roster additions and mentorship impact
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 25, 2026

Hour 3: Mariners Pitcher Logan Gilbert on his Future in Seattle

Mariners catcher; hit 60 home runs in 2024, serves as team leader and actively coaches pitchers on mechanics and tendencies.

Mariners Starting Rotation ChemistrySpring Training Facility Design and CulturePitcher Arm Care and Injury Prevention
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 25, 2026

Hour 2: Can the Seahawks Make it to Back to Back Super Bowls?

Mariners catcher; ranked #1 catcher in baseball by CBS Sports; key to lineup success

Brendan Donovan Spring Training PerformanceMariners Lineup Construction and Leadoff StrategySeahawks Super Bowl Victory and Sam Darnold Trade
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 24, 2026

Hour 4: Which Mariner are you Buying Into This Season?

Mariners catcher; discussed as unique superstar with exceptional accessibility, leadership, and organizational impact

Mariners 2026 World Series ExpectationsCal Raleigh Leadership and Superstar CultureSpring Training Roster Construction Strategy
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Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk · Feb 24, 2026

Hour 3: Mariners Cather Cal Raleigh on Building off of Their Historic 2025 Season

Mariners catcher; hit 60 home runs in 2025 season; primary interview subject discussing team culture and expectations

Mariners 2025 Historic Season PerformanceCal Raleigh 60 Home Run AchievementPlayer-Led Clubhouse Culture
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