P ITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have never had a Home Run Derby winner in franchise history, but will hope center fielder Oneil Cruz changes that. Cruz will compete in the 2025 Home Run Derby at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves, on July 15 at 8:00 p.m., going up against the best power hitters in baseball for the crown.

Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz entered the Home Run Derby in Atlanta as one of the favorites to win it all. He did not disappoint in round one. Cruz was the fourth player to get his turn after the Nationals’ James Wood (16 home runs) the A’s Brent Rooker (17) and the Rays’ Junior

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a decision on Oneil Cruz after he left Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins.