The regular season is over and we announce our picks for all of the big awards, along with the final rankings for the 2006 season. RealGM 2006 Awards American League MVP: Derek Jeter, Yankees Cy Young: Johan Santana, Twins Rookie of the Year: Justin Velander, Tigers Manager of the Year: Jim Leyland, Tigers Comeback Player: Frank Thomas, Athletics National League MVP: Ryan Howard, Phillies Cy Young: Brandon Webb, Diamondbacks Rookie of the Year: Ryan Zimmerman, Nationals Manager of the Year: Willie Randolph, Mets Comeback Player: Nomar Garciaparra, Dodgers 2006 Final Player Rankings This Week (Last Week) 1.(1.) Ryan Howard Despite the number of K's, the young slugger is my choice for NL MVP and baseball's top ranking in 2006 (58 HR's). 2.(3.) Derek Jeter The Yankee captain had his most impressive season and is my choice for AL MVP.