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…
Louisville Slugger announced the finalists for the 2026 Silver Slugger Awards on Thursday, recognizing the top offensive performers across both the American League and National League. Voted on annually by Major League Baseball managers and coaches, the honors encompass each traditional position, utility spots, and the Offensive Team of the Year award. The winners across all categories are scheduled to be officially revealed on Nov. 17.
Prominent American League finalists include AL MVP frontrunner Yordan Alvarez of the Houston Astros, Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso, and Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. In the National League, award contenders feature Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber, Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno, and World Series champion Milwaukee Brewers infielder Jake Bauers.
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