Gold Glove Finalists 2024: Royals Shine with Four Nominations
Exciting Recognition for Royals
The Gold Glove finalists 2024 are here, and the Royals are in the spotlight with four nominations! Catcher Freddy Fermin, shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., and pitchers Cole Ragans and Seth Lugo represent the team as first-time finalists. This recognition comes after an impressive improvement in their defensive play, leading the league with remarkable Outs Above Average metrics.
Freddy Fermin's Defensive Excellence
- Fermin threw out 17 of 38 would-be base-stealers, achieving a 45% caught rate, the best among catchers with 30 attempts.
- Ranked sixth in pitch blocking and tied for second in Defensive Runs Saved.
Bobby Witt Jr.'s Breakout Season
- Witt led all AL shortstops in Defensive Runs Above Average and played 160 games, the most in baseball.
- Involved in 73 double plays, showcasing his exceptional defensive skills.
Pitchers Ragans and Lugo Compete
- Both pitchers are aiming to be the first Royals pitcher to win since Bret Saberhagen in 1989.
- Lugo led all AL pitchers with 29 assists and filed 26 chances without an error.
Notably, Kyle Isbel and Maikel Garcia also had notable defensive seasons but were not nominated. Last year, the Royals had no finalists. The winners will be announced on November 3.
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