Willson Contreras shows villain mentality in Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Willson Contreras participated in the 2026 Home Run Derby on July 14 at Citizens Bank Park, facing a hostile Philadelphia crowd that preferred local players Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. Contreras hit 13 home runs in Round 1 and faced Schwarber in Round 2, ultimately losing 9-8 and finishing with 21 home runs overall. Despite the crowd's boos, Contreras embraced the experience, stating it inspired him and he would like to compete again. He highlighted the mental aspect of being perceived as a villain in the event.
- •Contreras hits 13 home runs in Round 1 of the derby.
- •Faced former teammate Schwarber in Round 2.
- •Loses to Schwarber 9-8 in the derby finale.
- •Finishes with a total of 21 home runs.
- •Enjoys being booed, claiming it inspires him.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Willson Contreras Embraces 'Villain' Role at Home Run Derby: 'I Like When I Get Booed'
""Not many people are going to like [the villain]. But at the end of the day, it's a mind game," Contreras said.
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