Jac Caglianone eliminated in first round of Home Run Derby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Jac Caglianone participated in the Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park on July 13, 2026, but was eliminated in the first round. Despite hitting some impressive home runs, including eight in total, he could not match the performance of his peers. Jordan Walker won the event by defeating Kyle Schwarber in the finals. The Derby adopted a swing-based format this year, allowing players 20 swings per round and the opportunity to keep hitting until they made an out. Caglianone's elimination means he will look to return in future derbies, and the contest showcased several notable performances from other hitters.
- •Caglianone hit eight home runs in the first round.
- •Jordan Walker won the Home Run Derby against Kyle Schwarber.
- •The format featured 20 swings per hitter with no timer.
- •Walker won with a last-swing home run in the finals.
- •Caglianone's father pitched for him during the event.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Jac Caglianone bumped in the 1st round of a wild Home Run Derby
"Some big home runs from Jac, and a wild finish in the finals
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