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Jordan Walker stunned the Philly crowd by winning the Home Run Derby on enemy turf, defeating hometown hero Kyle Schwarber in a nail-biting finale. At just 24, Walker became the first Cardinal ever to claim the title, hitting six straight homers in the final round to clinch victory after Schwarber’s 12 homers. The dramatic win showcased Walker’s clutch composure under pressure, while Schwarber, a veteran who’d lost here before, watched in defeat. Earlier rounds saw Walker and Willson Contreras tie with 13 homers, while others like Jac Caglianone and Ben Rice fell short. In the semis, Walker breezed past Junior Caminero, while Schwarber edged Contreras in a raucous matchup fueled by Philly’s support. This victory is a career-defining moment for Walker and a major boost for the Cardinals.

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