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Goodman, HR leader for catchers, nominated for Silver Slugger Award

The Silver Slugger Award is presented to the best hitter at each position in each league annually, and it is voted on by MLB managers and coaches (who are not allowed to vote for players on their own teams). The…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 4:13 PM
Goodman, HR leader for catchers, nominated for Silver Slugger Award
Key Things to Know
  • Louisville Slugger has officially announced the finalists for the 2026 Silver Slugger Awards across both leagues.
  • MLB managers and coaches vote on the awards, with winners set to be announced on Nov. 17.
  • Nominees include top sluggers such as Yordan Alvarez, Pete Alonso, Shohei Ohtani, and Kyle Schwarber.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Louisville Slugger announced the finalists for the 2026 Silver Slugger Awards across both the American League and National League. Major League Baseball managers and coaches vote on the honors, which recognize the top hitters at each position, along with utility players and the top offensive teams. The winners of each category are scheduled to be announced on Nov. 17.

Prominent finalists include American League MVP favorite Yordan Alvarez, Pete Alonso, and Bobby Witt Jr. The National League field features stars such as Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Schwarber, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and World Series champion Jake Bauers.

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