Cody Bellinger didn’t win the Home Run Derby, but he put on a memorable performance nonetheless.
The Dodgers rookie slugger edged Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon, 15-14, in the opening round. He lost to eventual champ Aaron Judge of the Yankees in the following round, 13-12.
“That was really fun,” Bellinger said. “I’m glad I did it.”
Bellinger originally said he wouldn’t participate unless his father, Clay, pitched to him. Clay played for the Yankees and Angels for four seasons.
Much love old man pic.twitter.com/k06vN9j4Pq
— Cody Bellinger (@Cody_Bellinger) July 11, 2017
Also congrats @TheJudge44 you hit balls really far
— Cody Bellinger (@Cody_Bellinger) July 11, 2017
Also of note was Dodgers’ All-Star closer Kenley Jansen, who acted as Bellinger’s personal camera man.
Nice job @Cody_Bellinger making us proud. Your cameraman over here got it all on ??? #HRDerby pic.twitter.com/6QoeU308vN
— Kenley Jansen (@kenleyjansen74) July 11, 2017
Bellinger is one of six Dodgers taking part in Tuesday’s All-Star Game. After that, he’ll set his sights on Rookie of The Year honors and guiding the Dodgers to their first NL pennant since 1988.
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