Print
E-mail
Rollins, Victorino Repeat As Gold Glove Winners
 |
| Phillies center fielder Shane Victorino won his second straight National League Gold Glove award for fielding excellence on Wednesday. (Tom Mihalek/Associated Press) |
By RONALD BLUM, Associated Press
New York — Shortstop Jimmy Rollins won his third consecutive National League Gold Glove and Philadelphia Phillies teammate Shane Victorino won for the second straight time in the outfield on Wednesday.
Rollins became the Phillies fifth three-time winner, joining Mike Schmidt (10), Garry Maddox (eight), Manny Trillo and Scott Rolen (three each).
“Defense is a very important part of my game, and it truly is an honor to be recognized as one of the best defensive players in the league,” Rollins said in a statement.
Of course, the Gold Gloves were far more rewarding last year, when the Phillies won the World Series for the first time since 1980. Philadelphia failed in its attempt to repeat, losing to the New York Yankees in six games last week.
“I take a lot of pride in fielding my position,” Victorino, nicknamed the Flyin' Hawaiian for his speed, said in a statement.
St. Louis catcher Yadier Molina and San Diego first baseman Adrian Gonzalez also were second-time winners announced on Wednesday.
Adam Wainwright became the first St. Louis pitcher to win since Joaquin Andujar in 1984 and succeeded Greg Maddux, who won his record 18th Gold Glove last year. Wainwright also is a favorite for the NL Cy Young Award after going 19-8 with a 2.63 ERA.
“I would have thought if there was one award that I would never win, or never have a chance to win, that would be a Gold Glove Award,” Wainwright said. “There's probably a ton of guys that are better fielders than me.”
Rawlings began presenting Gold Gloves in 1957. Managers and coaches voted on players in their own leagues before the regular season ended but couldn't select members of their own teams.
In other Phillies news, it was announced on Thursday that second baseman Chase Utley won his fourth consecutive Silver Slugger Award.
Rollins became the Phillies fifth three-time winner, joining Mike Schmidt (10), Garry Maddox (eight), Manny Trillo and Scott Rolen (three each).
“Defense is a very important part of my game, and it truly is an honor to be recognized as one of the best defensive players in the league,” Rollins said in a statement.
Of course, the Gold Gloves were far more rewarding last year, when the Phillies won the World Series for the first time since 1980. Philadelphia failed in its attempt to repeat, losing to the New York Yankees in six games last week.
“I take a lot of pride in fielding my position,” Victorino, nicknamed the Flyin' Hawaiian for his speed, said in a statement.
St. Louis catcher Yadier Molina and San Diego first baseman Adrian Gonzalez also were second-time winners announced on Wednesday.
Adam Wainwright became the first St. Louis pitcher to win since Joaquin Andujar in 1984 and succeeded Greg Maddux, who won his record 18th Gold Glove last year. Wainwright also is a favorite for the NL Cy Young Award after going 19-8 with a 2.63 ERA.
“I would have thought if there was one award that I would never win, or never have a chance to win, that would be a Gold Glove Award,” Wainwright said. “There's probably a ton of guys that are better fielders than me.”
Rawlings began presenting Gold Gloves in 1957. Managers and coaches voted on players in their own leagues before the regular season ended but couldn't select members of their own teams.
In other Phillies news, it was announced on Thursday that second baseman Chase Utley won his fourth consecutive Silver Slugger Award.
 |
||
| It’s Time To Rally Around The Cherry And White |
Reader Comments
The following are comments from the readers. In no way do they represent the view of thebulletin.us.
You must register with a valid email to post comments. Only your Member ID will be posted with the comments.
Registered users sign in here: |
Become a Registered User |
