MLB Sees Record Five Sluggers with 30+ Home Runs at All-Star Break

The MLB Home Run Derby, a key event preceding the annual All-Star Game, has been a showcase of power hitting since its inception in 1985, featuring legendary sluggers like Ken Griffey Jr., Barry Bonds, and current stars such as Aaron Judge and Pete Alonso. Since 2016, the introduction of Statcast technology has allowed for precise measurement of home run distances, leading to verified records like Juan Soto's 520-foot blast during the 2021 Derby at Coors Field. Aaron Judge holds the top four longest home runs in non-Coors Field Derbies during the Statcast era, with a personal record of a 513-foot homer. The 2025 All-Star break also highlights historic power achievements, including Cal Raleigh setting the American League record for most home runs before the break and five players surpassing 30 home runs for the first time ever at this point in the season. Additionally, Judge is on pace for a potential Triple Crown, leading the majors in batting average and ranking close behind in home runs and RBIs, underscoring the exceptional talent showcased in this year's power-hitting landscape. These developments collectively emphasize the evolution and excitement surrounding power hitting in Major League Baseball today.