WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HOME RUN DERBY X?
What is Home Run Derby X?
MLB Home Run Derby X is an exciting new baseball format. A 3-on-3 co-ed competition built around power hitting and defensive hustle. Each event features four teams. Each team is led by an MLB legend. Two semi-finals. One final. Non-stop action.
How is Home Run Derby X different from regular baseball?
HRDX is a derby with defense. The rules are simple. A single game takes about 30 minutes. 3 players per team. Each player gets 1 at bat of 2 ½ minutes. During an at bat the opposing team is in the outfield to catch the ball. Teams earn offensive points for home runs and defensive points for catches. At the end of the game, the team with the most points wins.
Bonus points are earned by hitting home runs through a centerfield target. During each at bat, batters can call for a hot streak of 5 swings where everything counts double. In the final minute of an at bat, batters can tag in a teammate to finish with a flourish.
Will Home Run Derby X be on every year?
Major League Baseball is committed to the long-term development of Home Run Derby X. This is a multi-year initiative with plans for future expansion.
Where will Home Run Derby X be held this year?
Home Run Derby X is heading to Fort Wayne, Albuquerque, Nashville, and Durham this summer. All dates and locations can be found below:
- MLB Home Run Derby X: Fort Wayne
August 10, Parkview Field, Fort Wayne, Indiana, home of the High-A Fort Wayne TinCaps (Padres) - MLB Home Run Derby X: Albuquerque
August 23, Isotopes Park, Albuquerque, New Mexico, home of the Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes (Rockies) - MLB Home Run Derby X: Nashville
August 31, First Horizon Park, Nashville, Tennessee, home of the Triple-A Nashville Sounds (Brewers) - MLB Home Run Derby X: Durham
September 7, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, Durham, North Carolina, home of the Triple-A Durham Bulls (Rays)
WHAT ELSE HAPPENS AT HRDX?
What else will be at the events?
Home Run Derby X is a fun-filled experience. The Home Run Derby X competition is at the heart and it will be surrounded by other ballpark fan experiences. Full details will be announced closer to each event, head to club pages for more information.
- MLB Home Run Derby X: Fort Wayne
- MLB Home Run Derby X: Albuquerque
- MLB Home Run Derby X: Nashville
- MLB Home Run Derby X: Durham
Will there be food?
Yes, at each event you will find food and drink.
Where can I buy tickets?
Please visit participating venue websites to purchase tickets.
Will there be event merchandise?
Yes. A range of Home Run Derby X tour merchandise will be available on event days at the participating venues.
WHO IS TAKING PART?
How many people are on a team?
Each team has three players, plus a BP Pitcher.
Who will be playing?
MLB legends (former MLB players), the best hitters from women’s baseball and softball, plus some local talent to represent their hometown. Full details of the teams will be revealed before each event
Who are the MLB Alumni participating in Home Run Derby X 2024?
Andruw Jones, Jake Arrieta, Dexter Fowler, Nick Swisher, Ian Desmond and Jonny Gomes are just a few of the MLB alumni playing this year. Stay tuned for full roster details.
Who are the female athletes participating in Home Run Derby X 2024?
Jocelyn Alo, Mia Davidson-Smith, Alex Hugo, Ashton Lansdell and Paige Halstead will all take part in events across the summer. More to be announced.
HOW CAN I BE PART OF THE ACTION?
How can I get involved in Home Run Derby X?
If you would like to play in Home Run Derby X, would like to partner with or host a Home Run Derby X in your venue, please email [email protected].
Where can I find out more?
All details about Home Run Derby X can be found at mlb.com/HomeRunDerbyX. Follow @mlb and @milb for all the latest news.
You can also head to the MiLB club pages here: