ASG: 2015 Home Run Derby Thoughts and Predictions

In an article a few weeks ago, we voiced the opinion that the All Star Game in general should go by the waste side, as it has become very stale and at the very least, should be revamped. So true was the home run derby. I give the MLB credit in that they at least have recognized that the Derby, which at one point was the premier event in any sports all star game, had lost its luster and have changed around the format this season, that should hopefully make it a little more interesting for the viewers at home.

This year's contest will feature a bracket style layout among the 8 participants. The participants were seeded ahead of the event and are as follows, along with their opening round…