Charity event raises over one million for cancer patients
Funds will assist patients with medical and household expenses
– The fifth annual “Strike Out” Medical Financial Toxicity event hosted by SabesWings raised about $1.03 million Oct. 4 and 5 to support cancer patients facing financial hardship.
The charity organization, founded by 1985 World Series Most Valuable Player Bret Saberhagen and his wife, Kandace Saberhagen, held the two-day event in Paso Robles. The weekend included wine tastings, a seated gala dinner with silent auctions and live performances, and a charitable golf tournament.
This year’s event carried a Casino Royal theme to mark the 40th anniversary of Bret Saberhagen’s 1985 World Series MVP season with the Kansas City Royals. Guests participated in casino games during cocktail hour, playing for prizes while contributing to the cause.
1985 World Series Most Valuable Player Bret Saberhagen and his wife Kandace Saberhagen.
The evening featured a discussion led by Bret Saberhagen on philanthropy among celebrities and professional athletes. Participants included Mike Timlin, four-time World Series champion; Chili Davis, three-time World Series champion; Sean Berry, former Major League Baseball third baseman; Mark Rypien, Super Bowl XXVI MVP; Chef Aaron May, Food Network personality; Kim Alexis, supermodel and television host; and David Dravecky, former All-Star baseball player and author.
Jonathan Coachman, a sports analyst and former WWE personality, returned for his fourth year as emcee, hosting the event alongside Bret and Kandace Saberhagen. Other guests included Chef Roshni Gurnani of Food Network’s “Beat Bobby Flay,” “Chopped,” and “Hell’s Kitchen.”
The SabesWings annual fundraiser supports cancer patients with medical and household expenses. Each year, the event raises hundreds of thousands of dollars through community participation and donations.
For more information, visit sabeswings.org.
