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Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodríguez is returning to the MLB Home Run Derby.
The 2022 runner-up announced on Friday that she will compete in this year’s installment. His home stadium, T-Mobile Park, is hosting the All-Star festivities for 2023.
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July 10. See you in Seattle 🤟🏽⚡️ pic.twitter.com/MQOOkCtXGP
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🚨 J-ROD IS IN THE DERBY 🚨@JRodShow44 is the first confirmed participant of @TMobile #HRDerby! pic.twitter.com/kWE97KnvId
Even though the All-Star Game isn’t in Seattle, Rodríguez may feel like he has unfinished business after losing to San Diego Padres star Juan Soto with a homer in last year’s finale.
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.
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