It’s that time of year again when we pause our mid-July activities to take a look at the midseason awards in Major League Baseball. The All-Star break is just around the corner, and it’s time to hand out some prestigious awards.
Let’s start with the AL MVP of the half-year, which goes to Aaron Judge of the Yankees. Judge has been having a phenomenal season, on pace for one of the most spectacular offensive seasons in baseball history. His numbers are mind-blowing, and he has been a standout performer for the struggling Yankees.
Moving on to the NL MVP of the half-year, Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers takes the title. Ohtani continues to impress with his two-way skills, leading the league in various offensive categories. His unique greatness on the field makes him a deserving candidate for the award.
Now, let’s talk about the AL LVP of the half-year, which unfortunately goes to Bo Bichette of the Blue Jays. Bichette has had a disappointing season so far, with underwhelming numbers and a lackluster performance compared to his previous seasons.
On the NL side, Tim Anderson of the Marlins takes the title of NL LVP of the half-year. Anderson has struggled this season, leading to his release from the team in July. His performance has been a far cry from his previous All-Star seasons.
Moving on to the Cy Young awards, Tarik Skubal of the Tigers takes the AL Cy Young of the half-year. Skubal has been dominant on the mound, leading in various pitching categories and making a strong case for the award.
In the NL, Chris Sale of the Braves earns the title of NL Cy Young of the half-year. Sale has been lights out on the mound, showcasing his pitching prowess and making a strong case for the award.
For the Rookie of the Year awards, Mason Miller of the A’s and Paul Skenes of the Pirates take the titles for AL and NL, respectively. Both rookies have made significant impacts on their teams and have shown immense talent on the field.
Lastly, the Managers of the half-year awards go to Stephen Vogt of the Guardians for the AL and Rob Thomson of the Phillies for the NL. Both managers have led their teams to success in the first half of the season, showcasing their leadership and managerial skills.
Overall, these midseason awards highlight the standout performers and leaders in Major League Baseball so far this season. As we head into the second half of the season, we can expect more exciting moments and performances from these talented players and managers.