Home Run Derby
The State Farm Home Run Derby took place on July 14. Josh Hamilton set a Home Run Derby record for most home runs in one round with 28. Justin Morneau won the derby.
Player | Team | Round 1 | Round 2 | Subtotal | Finals | Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Justin Morneau | Minnesota | 8 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 22 |
Josh Hamilton | Texas | 28a | 4b | 32 | 3 | 35 |
Lance Berkman | Houston | 8 | 6 | 14 | – | 14 |
Ryan Braun | Milwaukee | 7 | 7 | 14 | – | 14 |
Dan Uggla | Florida | 6 | – | 6 | – | 6 |
Grady Sizemore | Cleveland | 6 | – | 6 | – | 6 |
Chase Utley | Philadelphia | 5 | – | 5 | – | 5 |
Evan Longoria | Tampa Bay | 3 | – | 3 | – | 3 |
Read more about this topic: 2008 Major League Baseball All-Star Game
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