Along with Philadelphia designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso, a slugger for the New York Mets and a two-time winner, decided not to participate in the Home Run Derby.
Next Monday, the night before the All-Star Game, the derby will take place at Atlanta’s Truist Park. On Sunday, each informed media of their choice.
James Wood of the Nationals, Ronald Acu Jr. of the Braves, and Cal Raleigh of the Mariners are the hitters who have committed to the tournament thus far.
During a season in which he hit 20 home runs, Alonso was selected as a National League reserve for the All-Star Game. In 2019 and 2021, he took home the Home Run Derby trophy. Because to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was not held in 2020.
This year, I’m not necessarily called to do it. I adore the occasion. It’s a sick incident. According to MLB.com, Alonso stated, “I just didn’t feel motivated to do it this year.” I simply thought I would take a rest, recuperate, and then resume my efforts to assist the team win in the second half.
Schwarber hinted that he would play in the All-Star Game in Philadelphia the following season, even though he isn’t playing this summer. Schwarber made his third All-Star team this season with 27 home runs.
