As we reach the technical halfway mark of the 2025 MLB season, the excitement is building towards the upcoming All-Star Game scheduled in Atlanta on July 15. This pivotal moment in the season provides an opportunity to reflect on player performance and league dynamics as baseball inches closer to its official midpoint.
In advance of the All-Star festivities, the Just Baseball team undertook a thorough evaluation, voting on the four major awards for each league: MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year. The aim was not just to speculate on who was likely to win these accolades by the end of the season, but rather to highlight the players and managers who would rightfully deserve recognition should the season conclude today.
Determining the winners brought a range of ease and complexity. While clear choices emerged for the American League Rookie of the Year, debates heated up for categories such as the National League Cy Young, revealing the competitive nature of this year’s players. Despite the challenges, the team successfully arrived at winners for all eight awards.
With the season unfolding, fans can look forward to seeing if these early frontrunners can maintain their form through the final stretch. The narrative of the season continues to evolve, promising thrilling baseball and fierce competition as teams gear up for the second half.