Two-time champion Pete Alonso will not participate in the Home Run Derby this year, citing a desire to better prepare for the second half of the season. Alonso, who has won the event in 2019 and 2021, is currently batting .287 with 20 home runs. Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies also announced he won't partake in the derby, although he may consider joining next year. Other stars like Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are expected to skip the event, leaving only three confirmed participants for this year's competition.
Pete Alonso has decided not to participate in this year's Home Run Derby, choosing to focus on helping his team win in the second half of the season.
Kyle Schwarber has opted out of the Home Run Derby as well, suggesting he might consider participating next year when the event is in Philadelphia.
Other players, including Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, are also expected to skip the Home Run Derby, leaving only a few confirmed participants.
Currently, only three players are confirmed for the Home Run Derby, including Cal Raleigh, James Wood, and Ronald Acuna Jr. returning from injury.
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