Monday, July 14, 2014

FenwayNation's 2014 Mid-Season Awards

Since multiple websites now give out mid-season awards, here are our FenwayNation contributions to the mix:

American League 
MVP: Mike Trout, Angels
Cy Young: Felix Hernandez, Mariners
Rookie of the Year: Jose Abreu, White Sox
Surprise Player: Garrett Richards, Angels
Best Off-Season Move: Jose Abreu, White Sox

National League 
MVP: Jonathan Lucroy, Brewers
Cy Young: Adam Wainwright, Cardinals
Rookie of the Year: Chris Owings, Diamondbacks
Surprise Player: Anthony Rizzo, Cubs
Best Off-Season Move: Pat Neshek, Cardinals

We would add two Honorable Mentions:
Brock Holt, Red Sox—close runner-up as AL Surprise Player
Nelson Cruz, Orioles—close runner-up as AL Best Off-Season Move