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Red Sox's Roman Anthony Makes Team USA History With 417-Foot Blast
- Anthony hits a three-run homer that traveled 417 feet, giving Team USA a 5-0 lead over Mexico at Daikin Park.
- Anthony is the youngest position player to participate for Team USA in the WBC, according to team records.
- The blast was measured at 105.5 mph off the bat as Anthony’s 417-foot homer cleared the second-deck facade.
- The moment came during a World Baseball Classic game as Anthony helps USA extend a 5-0 lead.
- The event drew attention from Major League observers as a potential indicator of Anthony’s ceiling for the season.
- The U.S. lead followed Anthony’s late-inning defensive play allowing a run to score earlier in the game.
- The WBC match featured other notable performances, including Aaron Judge contributing to the scoring before Anthony's homer.
- The stadium lights flashed in anticipation as the ball left the park, signaling a memorable moment for fans.
- The piece notes Anthony’s potential to exceed early projections and contribute to the Red Sox’s 2026 plans.
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