Kyle Schwarber joins Bryce Harper in 2026 Home Run Derby in Philadelphia. Could there be a rematch?

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Phillies' leading sluggers will be meeting up at the 2026 Home Run Derby in Philadelphia.

Kyle Schwarber announced Friday he is joining the competition, one day after fellow Phillie Bryce Harper announced his participation.

The slugfest could lead to a rematch of the 2018 Home Run Derby, which came down to a final round between Harper and Schwarber.

Harper ultimately won on what was then his home field in Washington.

Back then, Harper was playing for the Nationals while Schwarber was a member of the Chicago Cubs.

Schwarber leads the MLB so far in 2026 with 32 home runs.

Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber hits a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Philadelphia.

AP Photo/Chris Szagola

For a full list of 2026 Home Run Derby participants, visit ESPN.com.

And for more coverage of the Midsummer Classic, visit 6abc.com/AllStarGame.

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