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.
RealGM 2006 Awards; Final Player Rankings