Cal Raleigh's Power-Hitting Merch: 'When it Rains, it Dumps'

0:00It's March 27th. This is MLB News today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners' catcher, is kicking off the 2026 season with some playful merch after his monster 2025 campaign. He partnered with New Balance on a snapback hat, featuring the phrase, When it rains, it dumps, nodding to his power-hitting nickname. The hat from the 47 brand launched at $39.99 and sold out fast on New Balance's site. They even dropped a fun ad on Instagram to hype it up. Fans are buzzing about the cap, calling it a perfect tribute to Raleigh's explosive style at the plate. It's already become a must-have for Mariners supporters. Last year, Raleigh crushed a franchise record 60 home runs, topping marks for switch hitters and primary catchers alike. He finished second and American league most valuable player voting, grabbing 13 first place votes behind Aaron Judges 17.

1:01Raleigh also snagged his first All-Star nod, plus gold glove and platinum glove honors from 2024. With these light-hearted projects, he's keeping the momentum rolling into the new year.