The 2014 Home Run Derby Winner
Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton won the 2014 MLB Home Run Derby, defeating Rockies third baseman Todd Frazier in the championship round. The event took place on July 14, 2014, at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, before the 2014 MLB All-Star Game. Stanton advanced through the first and second rounds alongside Avisail García and Ben Zobrist, then prevailed over Frazier with a final-round total of 12 home runs to Frazier’s 10.
Event Format and Rules in 2014
The Home Run Derby follows a bracket, single-elimination format with timed rounds. In the main rounds, each participant receives a set number of pitches per round and aims to hit as many home runs as possible. If tied, competitors proceed to a swing-off, taking alternating pitches until a winner is determined. Additional timed-swing rules can apply when the clock expires during a swing-off.
2014 Home Run Derby Bracket and Scores
| Round | Participant | Home Runs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Round | Giancarlo Stanton (NYY) | 14 | Advanced |
| First Round | Odubel Herrera (PHI) | 8 | Eliminated |
| First Round | Todd Frazier (CIN) | 14 | Advanced |
| First Round | Kyle Schwarber (CHC) | 9 | Advanced |
| Second Round | Giancarlo Stanton (NYY) | 10 | Advanced |
| Second Round | Avisail García (DET) | 9 | Eliminated |
| Second Round | Ben Zobrist (TB) | Eliminated | |
| Second Round | Todd Frazier (CIN) | 12 | Advanced |
| Championship | Giancarlo Stanton (NYY) | 12 | Winner |
| Championship | Todd Frazier (CIN) | 10 | Runner-up |
Notable Details and Context
- Stanton’s path included a first-round performance of 14 home runs and a decisive 12-run championship round.
- Todd Frazier, the runner-up, hit 14 home runs in the first round and 12 in the second before falling one run short in the final.
- The derby occurred during the 2014 MLB All-Star festivities in Minneapolis, a midseason showcase framed as a skills competition alongside the Home Run Derby.
- Because the event is held alongside the All-Star Game, it functions as both entertainment and a skills exhibition for fans and players.
Historical Home Run Derby Champions (Context)
Since its modern inception, the Home Run Derby has featured power hitters from multiple eras. Context helps frame 2014 within longer-term trends in long-ball hitting and player participation.
Legacy and Impact of the 2014 Derby
Stanton’s 2014 victory added to his reputation as one of the premier power threats in baseball and provided a high-profile showcase of his bat speed and barrel control. For fans, the event remains a marquee All-Star weekend attraction that highlights elite home-run hitting in a competitive, bracketed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where did the 2014 Home Run Derby take place? Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- When was the 2014 Home Run Derby held? July 14, 2014, prior to the All-Star Game.
- Has Giancarlo Stanton won any other Home Run Derbies? No, 2014 is his only Home Run Derby championship.
- Who holds the most Home Run Derby titles all time? Multiple players share the record with five titles each (as of the end of the 2020s), including Bobby Bonds and Mark McGwire.