Though the night will likely be remembered for a legendary performance by the Blue Jays’ top prospect, the winner of the Home Run Derby in Cleveland was not, in fact, the one who hit the most home runs, but rather, the one who hit the most timely home runs.
It is, nevertheless, impossible to doubt the prowess and theatrical skill that Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the youngest player to ever participate in a Home Run Derby, displayed on a thrilling evening of baseball delirium.
Here’s a look at Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s record-breaking performance at the 2019 MLB Home Run Derby:
First Round
After waltzing humbly to the plate to face off against Oakland Athletics slugger Matt Chapman, Guerrero Jr.