Aaron Sabato makes MLB debut with Minnesota Twins after long wait
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Aaron Sabato made his Major League Baseball debut for the Minnesota Twins on September 21, 2026. The former UNC baseball slugger started at first base but went 0-3 in a 5-2 loss to an unnamed opponent. Sabato's call-up comes as teams utilize September to test prospects amid playoff races. Having been drafted 27th overall by the Twins in 2020, Sabato's promotion marks the culmination of his journey through the minor leagues.
- •Aaron Sabato called up by the Minnesota Twins on September 21, 2026.
- •Debuted at first base, recording no hits in three at-bats.
- •Former UNC slugger known for setting the Diamond Heels' freshman home run record.
- •Drafted 27th overall in the 2020 MLB Draft.
- •Twins have five games remaining this season for Sabato to make an impression.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Former UNC baseball slugger gets long-awaited MLB call-up
"Aaron Sabato anchored UNC's run to the 2019 Chapel Hill Super Regional. The former Diamond Heels slugger is now finally an MLB player.
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