Getty Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly
For the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby, there have been six confirmed participants. Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper announced earlier that he’d participate.
After their 1-0 win to clinch a series win over the Cincinnati Reds, interim manager Don Mattingly spoke about Harper’s participation in the derby.
“I’m glad he’s doing it, especially in Philly,” said Mattingly on NBC Sports Philadelphia’s postgame coverage.
Mattingly also had a slip of the tongue, hinting that both Harper and Kyle Schwarber will be in it. The media corrected the Phillies manager that Schwarber had
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