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Dodgers Earn 3 Nominations for Major Honor Despite Year-End Struggles

The Los Angeles Dodgers earned three nominations for a 2026 Silver Slugger award despite their offensive struggles at the end of the year.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 10:00 PM
Dodgers Earn 3 Nominations for Major Honor Despite Year-End Struggles
Key Things to Know
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers earned three nominations for the 2026 Silver Slugger award.
  • Shohei Ohtani is a finalist at designated hitter against Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber.
  • Max Muncy earned a nomination at third base alongside Alex Bregman after hitting 29 home runs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Dodgers have earned three nominations for the 2026 Silver Slugger award. Designated hitter Shohei Ohtani and third baseman Max Muncy were named individual finalists, while the team also secured a nomination for the overall Team Silver Slugger award.

Ohtani faces competition from Kyle Schwarber after hitting 30 home runs and driving in 81 runs, while Muncy competes against Alex Bregman following a 29-homer season. Aaron Coloma notes the Dodgers face tough competition for the team honor from the Chicago Cubs, who led Major League Baseball in wRC+ and runs scored.

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