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Kyle Schwarber and rookie Munetaka Murakami fill out 8-man field for Home Run Derby
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami were named Friday as participants in the Home Run Derby, filling out the eight-man field for the contest in Philadelphia on Monday night.The 33-year-old Schwarber, who leads the majors with 32 homers, had been expected...
Key takeaway Murakami, who was also named Friday as an All-Star injury replacement, has 20 homers this season and will join Shohei Ohtani (2021) as the only Japanese-born players to participate in the derby.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For local baseball fans in Piney Point Village , the addition of Kyle Schwarber and Munetaka Murakami to the Home Run Derby lineup is a thrilling development, particularly with the event being held in Philadelphia, a city within driving distance for some Houston-area residents. The participation of these power hitters will undoubtedly draw attention from fans in the Houston area, who may be interested in watching the contest and seeing how these talented players perform under pressure. With the Astros not directly involved in this event, local fans may find themselves rooting for Schwarber or Murakami, or simply enjoying the spectacle of the derby. The fact that Murakami has overcome a significant injury to participate in the derby adds a compelling storyline to the event, and his success could inspire local young players who are recovering from their own injuries.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami were named Friday as participants in the Home Run Derby, filling out the eight-man field for the contest in Philadelphia on Monday night.The 33-year-old Schwarber, who leads the majors with 32 homers, had been expected...
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