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Giants prospect Wentz’s whirlwind first-year journey takes him to the desert

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- On July 12, Dalton Wentz was having a terrible time on the golf course with his dad. It wasn’t so much the 9-iron or his putter that was bugging him but the fact that Day 1 of…

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 5:34 AM
Giants prospect Wentz’s whirlwind first-year journey takes him to the desert
Key Things to Know
  • San Francisco Giants prospect Dalton Wentz is playing in the Arizona Fall League following his draft debut.
  • Wentz signed for a $584,955 bonus after being drafted in the 16th round from Wake Forest.
  • He played 13 regular-season games with High-A Eugene, posting a .797 OPS before heading to Arizona.
The Story in 60 Seconds

San Francisco Giants prospect Dalton Wentz has continued his rapid progression into professional baseball by playing in the Arizona Fall League. Selected in the 16th round of the 2026 MLB Draft out of Wake Forest, the switch-hitter signed late for a $584,955 bonus before quickly debuting with High-A Eugene.

Wentz is now playing for the Scottsdale Scorpions, making him one of only two 2026 draftees active in the Fall League. The assignment provides him with valuable competitive at-bats and an extended six weeks working directly with Giants coaching personnel.

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