MLB Home Run Derby participants announced ahead of event in Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:20 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The field for the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby is now set, featuring eight players competing at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The event will be broadcast live on Netflix on July 13 at 8 p.m. EDT. Changes to this year's format include a swing-based scoring system; players will have 20 swings in the opening round and 15 in the later rounds. Notable participants include Phillies' Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper, both among the league's leading home run hitters this season. Schwarber has 32 home runs, while Harper has 20.
- •Schwarber leads MLB with 32 home runs this season.
- •Harper and Schwarber are both participating for the third time.
- •The event features a new swing-based format without a timed clock.
- •The Derby will take place in Philadelphia as part of All-Star Week.
- •Seven of the eight participants rank in the top 20 home run hitters.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Who is in the MLB Home Run Derby tonight? Full field and bracket
- 12:20 AMYahoo Sports — The Home Run Derby Field is Stacked for Philly
"Home Run Derby: Baseball’s Ultimate Power Display The final few participants for the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby were announced today, completing the eight-player field for one of baseball’s premier events. The Home Run Derby will air live on Monday, July 13, at 8 p.m. EDT on Netflix. This year’s event will take place at…
"Who is competing in the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby tonight at Citizens Bank Park? Here's a look at the field and bracket for the event in Philadelphia.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 10:06 AMWho is in the MLB Home Run Derby tonight? Full field and bracket
Who is competing in the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby tonight at Citizens Bank Park? Here's a look at the field and bracket for the event in Philadelphia.
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 12:20 AMThe Home Run Derby Field is Stacked for Philly
Home Run Derby: Baseball’s Ultimate Power Display The final few participants for the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby were announced today, completing the eight-player field for one of baseball’s premier events. The Home Run Derby will air live on Monday, July 13, at 8 p.m. EDT on Netflix. This year’s event will take place at…
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