MLB Announces 2024 Rawlings Gold Glove Winners

The 2024 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards saw a significant number of first-time winners in the American League, including Kansas City Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. and Seth Lugo, along with Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh and Dylan Moore. The Cleveland Guardians also celebrated multiple accolades, with Andres Gimenez and Steven Kwan earning their third Gold Gloves, while Houston Astros' Alex Bregman received his first. In the National League, Atlanta Braves' Chris Sale highlighted the awards by winning his first Gold Glove after an impressive season where he also secured the NL Pitching Triple Crown and is a contender for the Cy Young Award. Sale's stellar performance included 18 wins, a 2.38 ERA, and 225 strikeouts, showcasing his comeback from injury. The Braves' offseason is underway, with potential trades and contract decisions as they prepare for the 2025 season. Free agency discussions are set to begin, leading to a busy period for teams including the Braves.