LA VELLE’S POSTSEASON AWARDS
It’s time for the season-ending award predictions. You can take these to the bank now and wait for me to make excuses later when they are wrong.
American League
Most Valuable Player: Jose Altuve, Astros
Cy Young Award: Corey Kluber, Indians
Rookie of the Year: Aaron Judge, Yankees
Manager of the Year: Paul Molitor, Twins
National League
Most Valuable Player: Nolan Arenado, Rockies
Cy Young Award: Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers
Rookie of the Year: Cody Bellinger, Dodgers
Manager of the Year: Torey Lovullo, Diamondbacks
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