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The 96th MLB All-Star Game is set for next week in Philadelphia and the main attraction, aside from the game, will be the annual Home Run Derby.
This year’s competition won’t only be special because it will be in Philly during the country’s 250th anniversary, but since it will be held at one of the best stadiums for homers — Citizens Bank Park.
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Here’s a look at the format, which changed for the first time in a decade, and the participants named by MLB so far:
When is in the Home Run Derby 2026?
T-Mobile Home Run Derby will be July 13 at Citizens Bank Park.
As of July 8, only three players have committed to participating in the derby.
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero, who is fourth in the MLB with 26 homers, said last week he would participate for a second time. The 22-year-old slugger finished as a runner-up last year.
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero (13) hits a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fifth inning at Tropicana Field on June 28, 2026.
New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice confirmed that he would also participate. Rice comes into play on July 7 with 25 home runs, which is tied for fifth most in MLB.
Jun 30, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Ben Rice (22) hits a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Kansas City Royals first baseman/outfielder Jac Caglianone was announced by MLB as the third participant in the competition on July 8. The young slugged known for his scorching batted ball numbers has 14 home runs on the season.
Jun 15, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Kansas City Royals right fielder Jac Caglianone (14) singles against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images
A total of eight players will participate in the competition.
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As of now, neither player has committed to taking part in the derby at their home stadium.
Harper said he would consider participating if he was able to find someone to throw to him. The two-time MVP last participated in 2018 when he won the derby as a member of the Nationals in Washington.
The derby runner up that year? Fittingly, Schwarber while as a member of the Chicago Cubs.
Schwarber recently said he would take part only if he wasn’t having issues with his back, which has caused him to miss a handful of recent games.
The designated hitter currently leads the big leagues with 30 homers, while Harper is 11th with 20 longballs.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League third baseman Alec Bohm of the Philadelphia Phillies (28) reacts during the 2024 Home Run Derby July 15, 2024 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League third baseman Alec Bohm of the Philadelphia Phillies (28) reacts during the 2024 Home Run Derby July 15, 2024 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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National League third baseman Alec Bohm of the Philadelphia Phillies (28) bats during the semi finals of the 2024 All Star Game Home Run Derby on July 15, 2024, at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols (5) greets Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) in the first round during the 2022 Home Run Derby July 18, 2022 at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles.
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Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) congratulates St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols (right) after their first round during the 2022 Home Run Derby July 18, 2022 at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) reacts after batting in the first round during the 2022 Home Run Derby July 18, 2022 at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles.
Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) hits in the first round during the 2022 Home Run Derby on July 18, 2022 at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles.
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Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) hits in the first round during the 2022 Home Run Derby July 18, 2022 at Dodgers Stadium in Los Angles.
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Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Rhys Hoskins (17) during the 2018 MLB home run derby on July 16, 2018 at Nationals Ballpark in Washington, D.C.
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Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Rhys Hoskins (17) bats in the first round during the 2018 MLB home run derby on July 16, 2018 at Nationals Ballpark.
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Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar (24) and Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Rhys Hoskins (17) before the 2018 MLB home run derby July 16, 2018 at Nationals Ballpark in Washington D.C.
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National League first baseman Ryan Howard of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a home run during the 2009 All-Star Home Run Derby on July 13, 2009 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis.
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Philadelphia Phillies Chase Utley during the MLB Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx July 14, 2008.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League pitcher Brad Lidge (right) of the Philadelphia Phillies talks with second baseman Chase Utley (center) during the 2008 All-Star Home Run Derby July 14, 2008 at Yankee Stadium in New York.
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Philadelphia Phillies infielder Ryan Howard hits a ball during the Home Run Derby on July 9, 2007 at AT&T Park in San Francisco, California.
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National League All-Star player Ryan Howard with the trophy after winning the Home Run Derby on July 10, 2006 at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League All-Star player Ryan Howard hits a home run during the Home Run Derby on July 10, 2006 at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA.
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National League All-Stars Bobby Abreu of the Philadelphia Phillies and American League All-Star Ivan Rodriguez #7 of the Detroit Tigers hug after Abreu won the 2005 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby on July 11, 2005 at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League All-Star Bobby Abreu of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates with the trophy after winning the 2005 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby at Comerica Park on July 11, 2005 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League All-Star Bobby Abreu of the Philadelphia Phillies waves to the crowd during the final round of the 2005 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby on July 11, 2005 at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
National League All-Star Bobby Abreu of the Philadelphia Phillies bats during the 2005 Major League Baseball Home Run Derby at Comerica Park on July 11, 2005 in Detroit, Michigan.
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National League All-Star Jim Thome of the Philadelphia Phillies watches the flight of the ball as he bats during the Major League Baseball 2004 Century 21 Home Run Derby at Minute Maid Park on July 12, 2004 in Houston, Texas.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
Jim Thome of the Philadelphia Phillies and the 2004 National League All-Star Team swings during the Major League Baseball Century 21 Home Run Derby at Minute Maid Park on July 12, 2004 in Houston, Texas.
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Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB Home Run Derby. See how they fared.
Jim Thome of the National Team swings at a pitch during the Major League Baseball Century 21 Home Run Derby at Minute Maid Park on July 12, 2004 in Houston, Texas.
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Who won’t be the the Home Run Derby?
According to Jon Becker of Fangraphs, here’s who won’t be participating this year after recently saying no to the competition:
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2026 Home Run Derby format
MLB is switching things up this year and eliminating the time element that has been in place since 2015.
Instead of trying to hit as many homers as possible during timed rounds, participants will start each round with a finite number of swings:
All swings will count against a player’s swing allotment, whether it results in a homer or not. However, a player who homers on his final swing of a round can keep swinging until he doesn’t hit one out, according to MLB.
The players with the top four home run totals from the first round will advance to the semifinals, where they’ll be seeded based on their first-round homer totals. They will face off head-to-head to determine the two finalists. Here is the seeding:
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Ties in the first round will be broken by home run distance, with the player who hit the longest homer among the tied participants advancing. In the se
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