MLB: Final Home Run Derby Participant Announced — Power Battle Kicks Off Monday

NEW YORK — Fresh off his American League All-Star nod, Yankees star Jazz Chisholm Jr. is stepping up big time — officially named the final slugger for the 2025 Home Run Derby at Truist Park in Atlanta this Monday.

Chisholm, who’s been dreaming about this moment since early in the season, even told his stepdad, Geron Sands, to get ready to throw during the Derby, a role Sands has prepared for since Jazz was a kid. “I used to hit bombs as a kid, bro,” Chisholm said, and now he’s ready to prove it on the biggest stage.

He’s the first Yankee in the Derby since 2017 when Aaron Judge, the eventual champ, and Gary Sánchez competed. Since returning from injury on June 3, Chisholm’s blasted 10 homers — tied for seventh in MLB — and boasts one of the best home run per at-bat ratios behind Judge and Cal Raleigh.

Despite recent shoulder issues, Chisholm is gearing up for his shot to join Yankee greats like Judge, Tino Martinez, Jason Giambi, and Robinson Canó as Derby champions.

The full Derby lineup now features Braves’ superstar Ronald Acuña Jr., MLB home run leader Cal Raleigh, plus newcomers James Wood, Oneil Cruz, Brent Rooker, Junior Caminero, and local favorite Byron Buxton. Notably, Pete Alonso is sitting this one out after a Derby streak since 2019.

🌀 MainEvent.News Spin:

Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s electrifying addition to this year’s Home Run Derby isn’t just a personal milestone — it’s a fresh spark for baseball fans hungry for drama and power displays this summer. Chisholm’s journey from injury to All-Star and now Derby contender encapsulates the grit and excitement that keeps MLB’s midsummer classic thriving. With rising stars and seasoned sluggers clashing in Atlanta, MainEvent.News is your go-to for every blistering swing and jaw-dropping moment in the showdown. Stay locked in as baseball’s biggest slugfest unfolds!