The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby is here, and it promises to be an unforgettable night at Atlanta's Truist Park. With some of the most powerful hitters in baseball stepping up to the plate, fans are in for a treat. Here’s everything you need to know about the event, from predictions to live updates and key takeaways.

Participants

This year’s Home Run Derby features a mix of seasoned sluggers and rising stars:

• Cal Raleigh, Seattle Mariners (38 home runs in 2025)
• James Wood, Washington Nationals (24)
• Junior Caminero, Tampa Bay Rays (23)
• Byron Buxton, Minnesota Twins (21)
• Brent Rooker, Athletics (20)
• Matt Olson, Atlanta Braves (17)
• Jazz Chisholm Jr., New York Yankees (17)
• Oneil Cruz, Pittsburgh Pirates (16)

Predictions

Experts have weighed in on who might take home the title:

• Jeff Passan: Cal Raleigh. His swing is perfect for the Derby, and his ability to switch between right- and left-handed pitching gives him an edge.
• Alden Gonzalez: Oneil Cruz. Despite his inconsistency, Cruz’s power and stamina make him a strong contender.
• Buster Olney: Matt Olson. With home-field advantage and prior Derby experience, Olson could outlast the competition.
• Jesse Rogers: Olson’s familiarity with Atlanta’s heat and humidity could be a game-changer.
• Jorge Castillo: James Wood. His mammoth power and ability to hit to all fields make him a favorite.

Longest Home Run

Expect some jaw-dropping distances:

• Jeff Passan: Cruz, 493 feet.
• Alden Gonzalez: James Wood, 497-plus feet.
• Buster Olney: Wood, 497 feet.
• Jesse Rogers: Buxton, 505 feet.
• Jorge Castillo: Cruz, 500 feet.

Key Takeaways

• Jeff Passan: Buxton’s performance will remind fans why he was once baseball’s top prospect.
• Buster Olney: Junior Caminero’s power will turn heads, even if he doesn’t win.
• Alden Gonzalez: The incredible distances and velocities will be a major talking point.
• Jesse Rogers: The exhaustion of swinging in Atlanta’s heat will be visible.
• Jorge Castillo: Cruz’s 500-foot blast will be unforgettable.

Stay tuned for live updates and more as the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby unfolds!