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Pete Alonso aims for a historic third title while Adolis García seeks victory on home turf in Arlington.
- Eight sluggers, including Pete Alonso and Adolis García, will compete under a new format with limited pitches and timed rounds.
- Gunnar Henderson, Bobby Witt Jr., and José Ramírez among the mix of young stars and seasoned veterans.
- The Derby offers a total prize pool of $2.5 million, with $1 million for the winner.
- The first round will feature all eight participants swinging for three minutes or 40 pitches, with the top four advancing.
- The event will be broadcast live on ESPN from Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
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- Pete Alonso American baseball first baseman
- Bobby Witt Jr. Baseball shortstop
- Gunnar Henderson American baseball shortstop
- Arlington City in Texas
- Adolis García Cuban baseball outfielder
- ESPN Cable company
- José Ramírez Dominican baseball third baseman
- Texas US state
- Globe Life Field Stadium in Arlington, Texas
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