MLB Home Run Derby was a big hit for ESPN. ESPN and ESPN2 televised the annual contest on Monday. Seattle Mariners All-Star catcher Cal Raleigh continued his torrid start to the 2025 season by winning without any room to spare.

Baseball fans on social media could unite over one thing Monday night: ESPN’s coverage of MLB Home Run Derby was dizzying, confusing and tough to watch.

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby stood as one of the marquee sporting events of July, but somebody apparently forgot to tell the ESPN broadcast planners.

Oneil Cruz enters the Derby with just 16 home runs on the season, but possesses the best raw power in all of baseball with the fastest bat speed and exit velocities that regular stretch towards 120 mph. He could take over this competition if he finds a groove.

First, NFL-punter-turned-podcaster Pat McAfee and producer Ty Schmit handled the introductions for the Home Run Derby participants, to the dismay of fans, many of whom felt McAfee's amped-up emceeing was loud and unnecessary.

What you need to know about this year's hitters -- and the coaches, fathers and stepfathers they chose for their biggest moment.

Here are some of the funniest comments Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino during the All-Star Game Home Run Derby.