2024 Home Run Derby Roster and Excitement Grows

The 2024 MLB Home Run Derby will feature notable sluggers, including José Ramírez of the Cleveland Guardians, Pete Alonso of the New York Mets, Gunnar Henderson of the Baltimore Orioles, Marcell Ozuna of the Atlanta Braves, Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals, and Alec Bohm of the Philadelphia Phillies. Alonso, a two-time winner, is considered a strong contender, though ESPN analyst Eduardo Perez surprisingly favors Henderson due to his all-field power. The event, scheduled for July 15 at Globe Life Field in Texas, will be broadcast on ESPN. MLB has also unveiled a new 'Derby Champ' chain for the winner, generating excitement among fans. Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, both home run leaders, have opted out of the competition this year.