The awards season kicked off in full tonight with the announcement of the Gold Glove winners. The finalists were announced on October 15, with Brice Turang and Sal Frelick at second base and right field, respectively. Both are the reigning winners at their positions, each taking home a Gold Glove last season. Turang also took home the Platinum Glove award (which is determined by a fan vote) last season. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t be a repeat year for them as neither lifted the trophy this season.
The Cubs’ Nico Hoerner took back the Gold Glove at second base after Turang took it last season. Hoerner won a Gold Glove in 2023 and had an incredible season defensively at second base. He had 17 Defensive Runs Saved (DRS) and +14 Outs Above Average (OAA), as well as +12 Fielding Run Value (FRV). While Turang had a better season overall than in 2024, his defensive stats took a noticeable hit in 2025. He only had 7 DRS and -2 OAA.
Fernando Tatis Jr. of the Padres accepted the award in right field and won his second Gold Glove. He was the clear favorite in right field with 15 DRS, +8 OAA and +9 FRV. Frelick had another good season in right field, but his numbers (9 DRS, +6 OAA, +7 FRV) just couldn’t match Tatis Jr, who outperformed him on both offense and defense.
The Brewers announced one Gold Glove winner in the minor leagues. Luis Lara earned a Minor League Gold Glove award for his performances in center field this season. Lara spent the 2025 season with the Double-A Biloxi Shuckers, playing 126 games in center field. He committed only two errors all season and had a .994 fielding percentage with 10 outfield assists.
Next up for awards season is the Silver Slugger Awards on November 6. Turang will get another chance to grab an award at second base. William Contreras and Christian Yelich are also finalists, named catcher and design hitter, respectively.
Here is the full list of Gold Glove award winners.
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