Duran wins his first Gold Glove and Rangers’ first in utility category

Major League Baseball announced the 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners, featuring nine first-time recipients across both leagues for the second consecutive season. The Arizona Diamondbacks and Boston Red Sox led all franchises, each securing three honorees. Among the standout honorees, Mets pitcher Nolan McLean became the first rookie pitcher in MLB history to win a Gold Glove Award.

In the American League, Red Sox outfielders Ceddanne Rafaela and Wilyer Abreu won consecutive honors together, alongside teammate Caleb Durbin at third base. National League award winners included first-time recipients Geraldo Perdomo, Corbin Carroll, and Jackson Chourio, while Braves utility player Mauricio Dubón earned his third career utility Gold Glove.