2026 MLB Home Run Derby live updates: Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber headline contest among top sluggers in Philadelphia - Yahoo Sports
St. Louis Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker won the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby in Philadelphia, defeating local favorite Kyle Schwarber in the final round. The event, broadcast on Netflix, featured a dramatic comeback victory for Walker, who earned a $1 million prize.
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Jordan Walker is going to be a little less welcome in Philadelphia after the 2026 Home Run Derby.Facing Philadelphia Phillies star Kyle Schwarber in the final round and down to his last swing, the St. Louis Cardinals' slugger needed three consecutive homers just to tie the local hero. He hit four, stunning the hostile crowd at Citizens Bank Park.With that, Walker became the first Cardinal to win the Derby. He also took home a $1 million prize as champion, a major boost for a pre-arb player making $799,400 this season.JORDAN WALKER, ARE YOU SERIOUS!?!??!WHAT A COME FROM BEHIND PERFORMANCE TO WIN THE 2026 T-MOBILE HOME RUN DERBY! 🔥The T‑Mobile Home Run Derby is LIVE NOW on Netflix!
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