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MLB Home Run Derby stood as one of the marquee sporting events of July, but somebody apparently forgot to tell the ESPN broadcast planners. The team's presentation of Monday dinger derby at the Atlanta Braves' Truist Park drew widespread jeers on social media from fans who hated the way the broadcast was laid out and how the cameras were positioned.
The field is set for the 2025 T-Mobile Home Run Derby, which will take place Monday (8 p.m. ET, ESPN) at Truist Park in Atlanta. Here's a breakdown of the eight sluggers who are set to square off in this year's version of the annual power-hitting competition.
First, NFL-punter-turned-podcaster Pat McAfee and producer Ty Schmit handled the introductions for the Home Run Derby participants, to the dismay of fans, many of whom felt McAfee's amped-up emceeing was loud and unnecessary.
What you need to know about this year's hitters -- and the coaches, fathers and stepfathers they chose for their biggest moment.
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