MLB.com looked at candidates for the American League and National League Cy Young Award on the 17th (Korean time).
In the American League, New York Yankees ‘ace’ Gerrit Cole received the most votes and took first place. MLB.com said, “It looks like the best competitor in 2023.” He is 5-0, 2.22 earned run average, and 62 strikeouts in 9 games this season.
Tampa Bay Rays left-hander Shane McClarnahan was named second. MLB.com said, “Mcclanahan, who finished 6th in the American League Cy Young Award voting last year, is solidifying his position as the best ace this year.” He is 7-0, with a 2.34 earned run average and 61 strikeouts in 9 games this season.
Minnesota Twins right-hander Sonny Gray was ranked 3rd, Los Angeles Angels’ pitching star Shohei Ohtani was 4th, and Minnesota right-hander Joe Ryan was 5th. MLB.com noted that “Lyer played almost as well as teammate Gray.” Ryan is 6-1 with an ERA of 2.16 in 8 games.스포츠토토
In the National League, Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Jack Gallen has been considered a leading Cy Young Award candidate so far. Galen leads the starting lineup with 6 wins, 1 loss, 2.35 ERA, and 70 strikeouts in 9 games.
Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Strider ranked second, LA Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw ranked third, Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller ranked fourth, and Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steel ranked fifth.
MLB.com said of Kershaw, “He hasn’t finished in the top five in National League Cy Young Young voting since 2017. 2014 is the last award. But he noted that this season, things can change if he stays healthy.”
