MLB Awards Week: Essential MVP and Cy Young Predictions Unveiled
The MLB Awards Week is upon us, bringing anticipation for the annual recognition of outstanding performances in baseball. Major League Baseball (MLB) will announce several prestigious honors, starting with the Rookie of the Year awards, followed by the Manager of the Year, Cy Young Awards, and the coveted MVP awards.
Rookie of the Year Winners
This year, the American League Rookie of the Year award was awarded to Nick Kurtz of the Oakland Athletics, who received all 30 first-place votes. In the National League, the award went to catcher Drake Baldwin of the Atlanta Braves.
American League Rookie of the Year: Nick Kurtz
- Votes: 210 total (30 first-place votes)
- Finalists: Jacob Wilson (107 points), Roman Anthony (72 points)
- Notable Achievement: Kurtz’s OPS of 1.002 ranks fifth among all rookies with a minimum of 480 plate appearances.
- Record: Tied for the most total bases in a game with 19 against the Houston Astros.
- Season Performance: Managed a slash line of .290/.383/.619 at just 22 years old.
National League Rookie of the Year: Drake Baldwin
- Votes: 183 total (21 first-place votes)
- Finalists: Cade Horton (139 points), Caleb Durbin (69 points)
- Performance: Over 124 games, Baldwin posted a .274/.341/.469 line, proving to be a strong asset for the Braves.
MVP Awards Preview
The MVP awards will be a focal point of discussion this week, with significant contenders in both league categories. In the American League, the race features Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees, Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners, and Jose Ramirez from the Cleveland Guardians. In contrast, the National League finalists include Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies, and Juan Soto of the New York Mets.
American League MVP Finalists
- Aaron Judge (New York Yankees)
- Cal Raleigh (Seattle Mariners)
- Jose Ramirez (Cleveland Guardians)
National League MVP Finalists
- Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers)
- Kyle Schwarber (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Juan Soto (New York Mets)
Cy Young Awards Predictions
The Cy Young Awards are another highlight, recognizing the best pitchers in each league. American League finalists include Hunter Brown from the Houston Astros, Garrett Crochet of the Boston Red Sox, and Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. In the National League, the finalists are Cristopher Sanchez of the Philadelphia Phillies, Paul Skenes from the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
American League Cy Young Finalists
- Hunter Brown (Houston Astros)
- Garrett Crochet (Boston Red Sox)
- Tarik Skubal (Detroit Tigers)
National League Cy Young Finalists
- Cristopher Sanchez (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Paul Skenes (Pittsburgh Pirates)
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Los Angeles Dodgers)
Awards Schedule
The awards will be unveiled throughout the week, following this schedule:
- Tuesday: Managers of the Year
- Wednesday: Cy Young Awards
- Thursday: MVP Awards
The MLB will also host an awards show in Las Vegas, recognizing All-MLB squads and additional accolades such as the Comeback Player of the Year and the Executive of the Year. This event heightens the excitement surrounding the MLB’s acknowledgment of exceptional performances during the season.
With awards that carry significance for players’ careers and legacies, the MLB’s awards week promises to be filled with compelling narratives, achievements, and future Hall of Fame considerations.
