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Munetaka Murakami replaces Buxton on AL All-Star roster, joins Home Run Derby

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 11:40 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Munetaka Murakami replaces Buxton on AL All-Star roster, joins Home Run Derby

Summary

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox has been added to the American League All-Star roster and the 2026 Home Run Derby after returning from the injured list. He replaces Byron Buxton who is no longer participating. Murakami's comeback follows a six-week recovery from a hamstring strain, and he has accumulated 20 home runs in his first 200 career at-bats. This marks the first season since 2022 that multiple White Sox players have been selected for the All-Star Game. The Home Run Derby is set for Monday night, with the All-Star Game taking place the following night.

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Status Watch

•Murakami returns from injury list to join All-Star Game.
•He replaces Byron Buxton on the AL roster.
•Murakami has 20 home runs in 200 at-bats this season.
•Home Run Derby scheduled for Monday at Citizens Bank Park.
•All-Star Game follows the Derby on Tuesday night.

Latest Updates

11:40 PMYahoo Sports — White Sox 1B Munetaka Murakami Added to All-Star Game, Home Run Derby

What they're saying

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After returning from the injured list, White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami replaces Byron Buxton on the American League All-Star roster and has been added to the field for the 2026 Home Run Derby.
— Yahoo Sports

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