Jac Caglianone, Willson Contreras entered into Home Run Derby
Willson Contreras and Jac Caglianone have officially joined the lineup for the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby.
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Their entry into the competition was confirmed as the event roster continues to take shape. Coverage from CBS Sports, Bleacher Report, Inquirer.com, MLB.com, and ESPN emphasizes the current list of confirmed participants.
These outlets report that four spots in the derby field remain open for additional competitors. Observers are looking to the remaining open slots to see which players will fill the final positions.
Future updates will clarify the full roster as the event date approaches.
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Quick answers
Who are the newest participants in the Home Run Derby?
Willson Contreras and Jac Caglianone have been added to the field.
How many spots are still available in the derby?
According to coverage, four spots in the Home Run Derby field remain open.
Which organizations are covering the roster updates?
Reporting is provided by CBS Sports, Bleacher Report, Inquirer.com, MLB.com, and ESPN.
Coverage (5)
- 2026 MLB Home Run Derby tracker: Willson Contreras, Jac Caglianone join field, four spots still open CBS Sports · 11h ago
- Red Sox 1B Willson Contreras Enters 2026 MLB Home Run Derby, Full List of Confirmed Participants Bleacher Report · 11h ago
- Royals slugger Jac Caglianone latest to commit to participating in the Home Run Derby Inquirer.com · 11h ago
- Here's everyone who has committed to this year's Home Run Derby MLB.com · 11h ago
- Jac Caglianone, Willson Contreras entered into Home Run Derby ESPN · 11h ago
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