New Home Run Derby format debuts at All-Star Game in Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 1:16 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The 96th Midsummer Classic is set for tonight in Philadelphia, following last night's Home Run Derby. The event featured a new format, eliminating the swing clock in favor of limiting the number of swings. Willson Contreras of the Boston Red Sox reached the semifinals but did not win. The change in rules has sparked debate among fans regarding its effectiveness.
- •All-Star Game begins at 8 p.m. EST in Philadelphia.
- •Willson Contreras performed well but did not win the Derby.
- •The new format prohibits a swing clock, limiting swings instead.
- •Fans are discussing the merits of the format change.
- 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — Do we like the new Home Run Derby format?
"Hello and happy All-Star Game day, folks. The 96th Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia begins at 8 p.m. EST tonight…or at least that’s what we’re being told. I’m sure it’ll be a much later start time, but I digress. Before the game, we had the Home Run Derby last night! The Red Sox’s own Willson Contreras […]
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