Teoscar Hernández outshines Bobby Witt Jr. to claim MLB Home Run Derby championship in Arlington

Sports | July 16, 2024, 7:43 a.m.

Teoscar Hernández made history by becoming the first Dodgers player to win the MLB Home Run Derby. He defeated Bobby Witt Jr. in an exciting final round to claim the championship and a $1 million bonus. The event featured changes to speed up the competition, with the top four hitters progressing to a bracket-style final four. Hernández triumphed over Alec Bohm in a thrilling semifinal, before narrowly edging out Witt in the championship round. Despite Witt matching his 11 home runs, a missed final attempt secured Hernández's victory. The Dominican-born slugger's win adds him to a select group of players to claim the prestigious title. With the All-Star Game set to conclude MLB's weekend festivities, Hernández's victory will be remembered as a highlight of the exciting event.