New York, NY (My Sportsbook) - Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Greg Maddux extended his own record for the most Gold Glove Awards, capturing his 18th, and was among the National League winners announced Wednesday. Joining Maddux on the NL Gold Glove roster was shortstop Jimmy Rollins, who helped the Philadelphia Phillies capture the World Series this season. It was the second consecutive Gold Glove for Rollins, who in 2007 also won NL MVP honors. Additionally, a pair of New York Mets won Gold Glove Awards at their respective positions. Third baseman David Wright earned his second, having also won last season, and center fielder Carlos Beltran won for the third consecutive year. The remaining NL Gold Glove Awards went to first-time winners: St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina, San Diego Padres first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, Cincinnati Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips, along with the Pirates' Nate McLouth and Phillies' Shane Victorino in the outfield. American League winners will be announced on Thursday. |
