You all didn't think I was going to pass up this opportunity, did you?
The great thing about this time of year is while I suffer baseball withdrawal, I can keep my mind occupied with the announcing of all these awards and now (beginning today) with trade speculation and drama. The fun really never stops for an MLB fan.
So with the Silver Slugger awards announced yesterday, it sure seems like a few players had a silver and gold year. In addition to their Gold Gloves, 4 players took home a Silver Slugger award - Dustin Pedroia, Grady Sizemore, and my two loves, David Wright and Joe Mauer. It was the second award for both Mauer and Wright. We sure know how to pick them at the LLR!
Other players who are polishing their silver today include Minnesota's Justin Morneau (making this the 2nd pair of Silver Sluggers for the Twins' duo - the only duo from that team to ever achieve this honor), Matt Holliday, Ryan Braun, A-Rod and Derek Jeter. You can check out the full list of winners here.
But in the meantime, here is my little photo tribute to this year's winners.
And you all know that I would never forget...
Friday, November 14
Silver Slugger Awards Announced
Wednesday, September 24
30 Days of Glory - Can I Finish Before the Season Ends?
A betting man would say no. But if you like to root for the underdog, put your money on me while I take you the rest of the way through the beautiful men of Major League Baseball!
Ladies, sit back and take a ride with the Colorado Rockies. You don't need a passport - Lord knows they're not going anywhere.
2nd Runner Up:
Jeff Francis
This adorable left-handed pitcher has a bit of Shia LeBeouf-ness to him and that is never a bad thing.
1st Runner Up:
Scott Podsednik
Look at those dimples! No wonder Oprah's had him on her couch more than once.
Champion:
Matt Holliday
I will admit Matt took a while to grow on me. He doesn't have a whole lot of hair and I love having something to grab onto, fo' sho. But Matt has a sweet face and a batting average of .321. And who doesn't love someone who can look that good while hitting even better? (Did I seriously just find a way to bring Joe Mauer into the equation? I hate myself.)
Honorable Mention:
Dexter Fowler
What an adorable little smile on this recent callup. He might have an extraordinarily tiny head though, which is why he only merits an honorable mention. Once I see him in action, if his head is of normal sizing, he may move on up.
Fugtastic Award:
Aaron Cook
Maybe I just don't get the appeal of redheaded men. Except David Duchovny. Or maybe he just is nasty. I don't know, you be the judge.
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