Kyle Schwarber Joins Phillies’ Home Run Derby Lineup

Schwarber Confirmed as Derby Participant

Kyle Schwarber has been added to the Philadelphia Home Run Derby roster for Monday night’s contest. The 33‑year‑old slugger is the latest name announced for the eight‑man field at Citizens Bank Park. He will face off against his Phillies teammate, Bryce Harper, while building on his reputation as one of baseball’s premier power hitters.

In addition to Schwarber and Harper, the derby will feature Willson Contreras of Boston, Jac Caglianone of Kansas City, Junior Caminero of Tampa Bay, Jordan Walker of St. Louis, and Ben Rice of the New York Yankees. One participant remains unannounced at this point. The mix of talent underscores the competitive nature of the event, which promises high‑flying action for the home crowd.

Full Derby Field Revealed

• Kyle Schwarber – Philadelphia Phillies
• Bryce Harper – Philadelphia Phillies
• Willson Contreras – Boston Red Sox
• Jac Caglianone – Kansas City Royals
• Junior Caminero – Tampa Bay Rays
• Jordan Walker – St. Louis Cardinals
• Ben Rice – New York Yankees

Schwarber enters the derby as the MLB home‑run leader with 32 long balls this season. Since 2022, his 219 homers place him just behind Aaron Judge’s 227, highlighting his consistency over recent seasons. As a four‑time All‑Star, Schwarber brings both power and experience to the competition.

Schwarber’s Derby History

This marks Schwarber’s third appearance in the Home Run Derby. He reached the finals in 2018, only to be defeated by Harper at Nationals Park. Four years later, he participated again but fell in the opening round to Albert Pujols. Each stint has added to his derby résumé, and this year’s crowd‑pleasing showcase could be his breakout moment.

The upcoming derby promises to blend star power with the electric atmosphere of a Phillies home game, giving fans plenty of reasons to stay tuned for the fireworks on Friday night.