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Good Morning San Diego: Alex McCoy makes statement at home run derby

The San Diego Padres farmhand, who has been playing for the Peoria Javelinas during the Arizona Fall League, gave the fans in attendance something to cheer for and gave the Friar Faithful something to hope for. Alex McCoy, the 6-5…

By Matt DeWalt · Gaslamp Ball

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 2:30 PM

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Alex McCoy hit a 503-foot home run during the Arizona Fall League Home Run Derby in Scottsdale, Arizona.
McCoy hit seven first-round homers but was eliminated 12-7 by eventual champion Aaron Parker.
Matt DeWalt notes that McCoy faces strikeout concerns as he develops within the San Diego Padres farm system.

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San Diego Padres prospect Alex McCoy highlighted the Arizona Fall League Home Run Derby by hitting a 503-foot home run on Saturday night at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, Arizona. Representing the Peoria Javelinas, the outfielder hit seven home runs in the first round before being eliminated by eventual champion Aaron Parker.

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