The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby field has been finalized with notable first-time participants and established stars. Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Oneil Cruz, known for having the highest exit velocity in baseball, confirmed his participation, marking his debut in the event. Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero, who leads American League third basemen with 22 home runs this season and was recently named the AL starter at third base for the All-Star Game, also joined the Derby field as an injury replacement for Alex Bregman. New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. was announced as the final participant, entering the Derby following a recent surge in power hitting. The Derby field includes other prominent players such as James Wood, Cal Raleigh, and Ronald Acuña Jr. The winner of the 2025 Home Run Derby will receive a distinctive champion's chain unveiled by MLB. The event is set to showcase a competitive lineup of power hitters vying for the title.
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