MLB Awards Watch 2015: Top 5 AL MVP end-of-season rankings
By Tim Haberin
Aug 25, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (29) hits an rbi triple during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
The American League MVP Award is one of several too-close-to-call races in baseball this season, but that doesn’t mean we won’t try. Fans and media have already been debating between the top two contenders for months now. You can’t really go wrong with either, and your choice ultimately depends on what specific qualities you value in an MVP.
It was a good year for offense in Major League Baseball, especially on the Junior Circuit. That’s a welcome development to many after years of decline. The AL boasts the four highest-scoring clubs in baseball this season (Blue Jays, Yankees, Rangers and Red Sox), as well as the five most frequent home run-hitting squads (Blue Jays, Astros, Orioles, Yankees and Mariners). Naturally, there are numerous imposing hitters to consider in the American League. But several pitchers were not to be outdone either.
We continue our 2015 MLB awards watch with a review of our Top 5 AL MVP candidates.
Honorable mentions: David Price (DET/TOR), Adrian Beltre (TEX), Nelson Cruz (SEA)
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