PHILADELPHIA – A fan of movies as well as baseball, Derek Walker thought more about the story unfolding for his son Jordan in the batter’s box than the swing he needed to flip the script on a ballpark full of the Philly faithful.
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Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the 2026 Home Run Derby on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker grins as he discusses his preparation for the Home Run Derby at his first All-Star Game. Walker as one of three Cardinals players selected for the 96th Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia, and in the first round of the Home Run Derby he hit 13 over all the wall. (Photo by Derrick Goold)
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) at bat during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker grins as he discusses his preparation for the Home Run Derby at his first All-Star Game. Walker as one of three Cardinals players selected for the 96th Midsummer Classic in Philadelphia, and in the first round of the Home Run Derby he hit 13 over all the wall. (Photo by Derrick Goold)
×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker speaks with the media during All-Star Game festivities on Monday, July 13, 2026, in Philadelphia.
Photos: Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker wins the 2026 Home Run Derby
Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the 2026 Home Run Derby on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; St Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates winning the 2026 Home Run Derby after defeating Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after the win at the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker holds up the trophy after winning the Home Run Derby on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; St Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) holds the trophy after winning the 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; St Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) holds the trophy after winning the 2026 Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) follows through on the game winning home run during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker celebrates after winning the Home Run Rerby on his final swing Monday, July 13, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after winning the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after winning the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) and Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) react during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats in the final round of the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats in the final round of the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats in the second round of the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats in the second round of the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) makes a play at bat during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats in the second round of the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after a play during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) reacts after a play during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) at bat during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) at bat during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) hits a homerun during the home run derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats during the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats during the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Jul 13, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; ×îÐÂÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) bats during the All Star-Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
