The hometown favorite, Acuña has been one of the best hitters in the majors since returning from his second ACL surgery. This will be his third career Home Run Derby; he lost to Mets first baseman Pete Alonso in both 2019 and 2022. With the event taking place in Atlanta, the timing is right for him to finally take the prize.

Byron Buxton is going back to the All-Star Game and back home to Georgia, this time with his family. And this time, after consulting with teammates, family and friends, the Twins center fielder is going as a Home Run Derby participant,

Fans Are Buzzing About MLB's Byron Buxton Announcement Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Twins outfielder Byron Buxton has had a massive 2025 season, and looks poised to shatter his career-high in home runs this year.