MLB Home Run Derby highlights as Jordan Davis stuns Kyle Schwarber

Key Points:

• Jordan Walker of the Cardinals won the Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park on July 13, narrowly defeating Phillies' Kyle Schwarber 12-11 in the final round after hitting six consecutive home runs in bonus time.
• Kyle Schwarber advanced to the final by hitting 11 home runs in the semifinals, overcoming Red Sox's Willson Contreras, while Bryce Harper was eliminated in the first round despite strong fan support.
• The Home Run Derby featured a new format in 2026, with players allotted a fixed number of swings per round (20 in the first round, 15 in subsequent rounds) instead of timed rounds, and the top four home run totals advancing to head-to-head semifinals.
• Phillies fans showed strong enthusiasm for their players Schwarber and Harper, while booing other participants, especially Yankees' Ben Rice; Bryce Harper announced this would be his final Home Run Derby appearance.
• The event was notable for Detroit rookie Kevin McGonigle, a Phillies fan making his All-Star Game debut at Citizens Bank Park, and Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez, who earned respect from fellow All-Star pitchers ahead of the game.