WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Athletics slugger Brent Rooker is adding his name to the list of Home Run Derby participants. Rooker announced Thursday that he's participating in the event, which takes place Monday in Atlanta. He will become the first Athletics player in the Home Run Derby since Matt Olson in 2021.

Brent Rooker has established himself as one of the most prolific sluggers in baseball over the past few seasons, so it’s only fitting that his second career All-Star selection will include a spot in the 2025 T-Mobile Home Run Derby.

Athletics slugger Brent Rooker is adding his name to the Home Run Derby that also includes Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh.

However, according to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, the Tigers are not expected to land Athletics slugger Brent Rooker, despite the great fit and the Athletics' struggles this season.

The two designated hitters for the American League in the All-Star Game couldn’t find a home with the Royals, who are desperate for more offense.

WEST SACRAMENTO -- Jacob Wilson will be accompanied by a teammate at the 2025 All-Star Game.

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernández is the reigning Derby champion after beating Kansas City Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. in the 2024 final. He does not plan to defend his title this year. Here's every slugger who has been announced to be competing in this year's event.