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Otto Lopez hits his way to Silver Slugger nomination

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
Otto Lopez hits his way to Silver Slugger nomination
Key Things to Know
  • Louisville Slugger announced the finalists for the 2026 Silver Slugger Awards across the American and National Leagues.
  • Winners of the 2026 awards will be officially announced on November 17 following votes by MLB managers and coaches.
  • Notable American League nominees include Yordan Alvarez, Pete Alonso, Bobby Witt Jr., and Mike Trout.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Louisville Slugger announced the finalists for the 2026 Silver Slugger Awards across both the American League and National League on Thursday. The annual honor celebrates the best offensive performers at each position, with winners determined by MLB managers and coaches. The final award recipients will be officially revealed on November 17.

Prominent finalists include American League MVP favorite Yordan Alvarez, Pete Alonso, and Bobby Witt Jr., alongside National League stars Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Schwarber, and Pete Crow-Armstrong. Multiple players also received nominations across several categories, including Jake Bauers and Kevin McGonigle in the utility spots.

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