Bryce Harper selects Dino Ebel as Home Run Derby pitcher
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Bryce Harper has chosen Dino Ebel to pitch for him in the 2026 Home Run Derby, scheduled at Citizens Bank Park during the MLB All-Star Game. Ebel, the third-base coach for the Dodgers, previously pitched for Kyle Schwarber during last year's All-Star Game, where Schwarber excelled. Harper's participation in the Derby was uncertain due to his father's absence as a pitcher. He expressed that he had received offers from several former teammates before finalizing Ebel as his choice. Harper will compete against several notable players in the event.
- •Harper is participating in the 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park.
- •Dino Ebel previously pitched for Schwarber in last year's All-Star Game.
- •Harper received offers from multiple former teammates before choosing Ebel.
- •The Derby will feature Harper alongside players like Willson Contreras and Jordan Walker.
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