Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto and Texas Rangers outfielder Joey Gallo were announced Wednesday for Monday's All-Star Home Run Derby at Denver's Coors Field, completing the eight-slugger field.
A first-time All-Star, Soto, 22, began Wednesday with 10 home runs. He announced his participation on Instagram before the Nationals played at San Diego.
The Rangers confirmed after their game against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday that the 27-year-old Gallo, selected to his second All-Star Game this year, will also participate. Gallo hit two home runs in the Rangers' 5-3 loss, giving him 23 for the season.