Byron Buxton has been confirmed as a participant in the upcoming Home Run Derby, set for July 10 at Truist Park in Atlanta. Joining him in the competition are Ronald Acuna Jr., James Wood, and Cal Raleigh. Buxton, who hails from Baxley, Georgia, has hit 20 home runs this season and is among the eighth Twins players to partake in the derby's history. Meanwhile, Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber have opted out this year, with Alonso seeking recovery and Schwarber possibly eyeing next year’s event in Philadelphia.
Byron Buxton will participate in the Home Run Derby, scheduled for July 10 at Truist Park in Atlanta, joining participants Ronald Acuna Jr., James Wood, and Cal Raleigh.
Buxton has posted 20 home runs this season and is the eighth Twins player to compete in the derby, following Justin Morneau's win in 2008.
Pete Alonso, a two-time Home Run Derby champion, decided to skip this year's event, citing lack of motivation despite hitting 20 homers this season.
Kyle Schwarber also opted out this year but expressed potential interest in participating next season, as the All-Star Game will be hosted in Philadelphia.
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