2024 Arizona Fall League Award Winners: Honoring Baseball’s Rising Stars

Arizona Fall League 2024 Award Winners

The 2024 Arizona Fall League has concluded, showcasing some of baseball’s top prospects. Here are the award winners:

1. MVP: Josue Briceño, 1B/C, Tigers
   Briceño, the Tigers’ ninth-ranked prospect, won the Joe Black MVP Award. He had a standout season, achieving the Triple Crown with a .433/.509/.867 batting line, 10 home runs, and 27 RBIs in 25 games.

2. Offensive Player of the Year: Niko Kavadas, 1B, Angels
   Kavadas hit .329/.462/.700, smashing six home runs in 20 games. He ranked high in multiple offensive categories and adapted well after joining from Boston.

3. Pitcher of the Year: Andrew Painter, RHP, Phillies
   After returning from Tommy John surgery, Painter dominated with a 2.30 ERA and an 18-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio over 15 2/3 innings. He’s the Phillies’ second-ranked prospect.

4. Defensive Player of the Year: Andrew Pintar, OF, Marlins
   Pintar excelled defensively, not committing any errors in 51 chances while also showing offensive talent with 29 hits and 21 runs scored.

5. Breakout Prospect of the Year: Caleb Durbin, SS, Yankees
   Durbin stole 29 bases this fall, breaking the previous record. He hit .312/.427/.548, showcasing both speed and batting ability.

6. Reliever of the Year: Luis Mey, RHP, Reds
   Mey recorded six saves in eight appearances, allowing only one hit in 8 2/3 scoreless innings. He consistently threw over 100 mph.

7. Dernell Stenson Sportsmanship Award: Alejandro Osuna, OF, Rangers
   Osuna displayed leadership and dedication, finishing with a .306 batting average, leading the league in walks and ranking among the leaders in hits and runs.

These players stood out in the Arizona Fall League, demonstrating skill, determination, and sportsmanship.