The 2021 edition of Todd's Home Run Derby is dedicated to Barry Dias, who passed away this past December to Covid.

Barry had participated in the HR Derby from the very start, including the inaugural season where he was one of only 26 entries, and has been one of the main reasons I have been able to get to the 600-entry mark. Since Barry’s passing, a bunch of you have reached out to tell me so many great stories about him from over the years. He was truly one of a kind and will be sorely missed.

Next time you are all out with family and friends, please raise a glass and toast to a great friend to me, my Derby and to all those that knew him!!

If any of you would like to read about Barry, here is his obituary.

Thanks,
     — Todd