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MLB Awards Watch: Top 5 AL Cy Young candidates thru April

By Nick Fustor

Apr 30, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (27) pitches to the Minnesota Twins in the third inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 30, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann (27) pitches to the Minnesota Twins in the third inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

With Major League Baseball’s All-Star voting starting earlier than ever, it’s never too soon to start thinking about MLB awards candidates for the league’s top awards.  This season has seen the rapid rise of many big name pitchers while some of the league’s top hurlers have yet to get into a consistent groove.

In the American League, household names are once again dominating the AL Central, while newcomers like Jordan Zimmerman are quickly dominating in their new homes.  Last year’s AL Cy winner, Dallas Keuchel, has yet to dominate like last season – but could soon get back on track.

Here’s the our rankings of the top five AL Cy Young Candidates entering May, with all stats current entering May 2.

Next: Honorable Mentions

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