Jordan Walker confirmed as fifth participant for Home Run Derby

Cardinals outfielder joins the Derby field.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 91 min read

What happened: Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker has been officially confirmed as the fifth participant for the 2026 Home Run Derby. He announced his commitment to the upcoming event via his personal Instagram account.

Why it matters: Walker's inclusion brings one of the league's top run producers to the showcase. The selection follows a strong organizational push to highlight his first-half performance.

By the numbers: Walker has hit a He currently leads Major League Baseball with 70 RBIs.

What to watch: The Home Run Derby takes place on July 13 and will broadcast live on Netflix. The remaining participants will be confirmed leading up to the event.

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ESPN 2026-07-09T18:59:36.350901+00:00

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