Sat Oct 11 05:00:00 UTC 2025: **Seattle’s “Big Dumper” Cal Raleigh Stays Red Hot in Playoffs; Girlfriend Cheers Him On**

**SEATTLE, WA -** Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners’ unexpected home run sensation, is proving his regular-season performance was no fluke. Following a breakout regular season, Raleigh delivered a standout performance in Game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Detroit Tigers, blasting a home run and driving in three runs in the Mariners’ 8-4 victory.

Raleigh’s girlfriend, Hannah Shimek, has been a constant source of support. As the Mariners look to close out the series in Game 4, Shimek posted an encouraging message to Instagram Stories, complimenting his pregame outfit and captioning it “Without Fail”.

The 28-year-old catcher and designated hitter, nicknamed “Big Dumper,” has been a reliable force for the Mariners all season. Shimek, a former softball player with two national championships and a hitting instructor herself, may be a key factor in Raleigh’s success.

Earlier in the season, after Raleigh broke the record for most home runs by a catcher, Shimek wrote, “Greatness was witnessed today… 29, your dedication, drive, and love of the game is inspiring. I love you big and couldn’t be more proud, congrats✨Without fail, greatness indeed!”

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