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Wyatt Sanford hits a home run, World Series begins on Friday

Sanford hits a bomb, World Series begins…

By Anthony Murphy · Bucs On Deck

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 9:02 AM

Key Things to Know

Wyatt Sanford hit a 454-foot home run for the Glendale Desert Dogs ahead of Friday's World Series start.
Sanford finished 2-for-3 with two walks, three runs scored, and an RBI in Glendale's 10-0 win.
The 2026 World Series begins Friday featuring the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Wyatt Sanford hit a 454-foot leadoff home run for the Glendale Desert Dogs in a 10-0 victory over the Mesa Solar Sox on Thursday night. Sanford finished the game 2-for-3 with a home run, two walks, three runs scored, and an RBI, as the Desert Dogs improved to 4-12.

The article also notes that the World Series begins on Friday featuring the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers, ensuring a first-time champion. Game 1 will see Nick Martinez face Jacob Misiorowski starting at 8 PM ET.

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