Ohtani and Judge Shine at MLB Awards, Sale Named Comeback Player
Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge win top hitting honors, while Chris Sale is celebrated for his remarkable return to form.
- Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers won the Hank Aaron Award for the National League's best offensive player and the Edgar Martinez Outstanding Designated Hitter Award.
- Aaron Judge, representing the New York Yankees, claimed the American League Hank Aaron Award, marking his second career win.
- Chris Sale, pitching for the Atlanta Braves, was named National League Comeback Player of the Year after leading the league with 18 wins, a 2.38 ERA, and 225 strikeouts.
- Garrett Crochet of the Chicago White Sox earned the American League Comeback Player of the Year award after transitioning successfully from the bullpen to the starting rotation.
- Emmanuel Clase and Ryan Helsley were recognized as the top relievers in the AL and NL, respectively, with Clase securing 47 saves and Helsley achieving 49 saves.