Caglianone, Rice Commit to 2026 Derby

Two players have officially committed to the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby, set for July 13 at Citizens Bank Ballpark in Philadelphia. Kansas City Royals' Jac Caglianone, a 23-year-old with 14 home runs this season, will make his Derby debut. The Royals have five previous participants but no winners. palladian.co.za

New York Yankees' Ben Rice, who leads his team with 26 homers, will also participate. Rice aims to become the first Yankees player to win since Aaron Judge in 2017. His father, Dan, will throw to him in the contest after years of practice together.