Caden Sorrell hits first professional home run for Myrtle Beach Pelicans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:10 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Caden Sorrell led the Myrtle Beach Pelicans in a doubleheader split against the Columbia Fireflies on August 7, 2026, hitting his first professional home run. The Pelicans lost the first game 6-5, with Sam Mettert allowing a walk-off sacrifice fly in the seventh inning. However, they rebounded in game two, triumphing 14-3, supported by solid pitching performance from Noah Edders and Luke Alwood, who earned his first win. Sorrell finished the day going 2 for 4 with a walk, two RBIs, and two runs scored.
- •Myrtle Beach Pelicans split doubleheader with Columbia Fireflies on August 7, 2026.
- •Caden Sorrell hits his first professional home run in game two.
- •Pelicans lost game one 6-5, winning game two 14-3.
- •Luke Alwood made his professional debut and earned a win.
- •Noah Edders pitched well in game two, allowing just one run.
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs Minor League Wrap: Caden Sorrell hits 1st pro home run for Pelicans
"Kohl Franklin makes a successful return to the I-Cubs. The Pelicans split a doubleheader.
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