Jordan Walker edges Kyle Schwarber in dramatic Home Run Derby final
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Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Jordan Walker of the St. Louis Cardinals defeated Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies in the final of the 2026 Home Run Derby on July 13. Walker hit 12 home runs in total, surpassing Schwarber's 11 in a dramatic finish that saw Walker hit six homers in a row for the win. Bryce Harper was eliminated in the first round, finishing sixth after hitting eight home runs. The event drew considerable fan engagement, with reactions shared widely on social media as Walker silenced a packed Philadelphia crowd.
- •Jordan Walker won the 2026 Home Run Derby with 12 home runs.
- •Kyle Schwarber hit 11 homers, advancing through the earlier rounds.
- •Bryce Harper finished sixth, eliminated in the first round.
- •The final was held at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
- •Fans reacted strongly on social media during and after the event.
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