American League

...wins MVP honour Mauer's batting exploits secured his MVP prize Joe Mauer has become only the second catcher in 33 years to win the American League's Most Valuable Player Award. The Minnesota star received 27 of 28 first-place votes and...

In this article: Joe Mauer, MVP, Mark Teixeira, Minnesota, Derek Jeter, Nomar Garciaparra, Justin Morneau, Miguel Cabrera, and Yankees

NOV. 23, 2009 -- Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer speaks about winning the American League Most Valuable Player award at the Metrodome in Minneapolis. (Jennifer Simonson/AP/Star Tribune) Minnesota catcher Joe Mauer is only 26 years old,...

In this article: Joe Mauer, Most Valuable Player, Albert Pujols, Justin Morneau, St. Paul, Minnesota, Minneapolis, Detroit, and Gold Glove

Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer, chosen as the American League's Most Valuable Player, speaks to members of the media during a press conference at the Metrodome in Minneapolis on Monday November 23, 2009. (Pioneer Press: Richard...

In this article: Joe Mauer, Justin Morneau, St. Paul, John Sullivan, Chicago Bears, Most Valuable Player, Minnesota Vikings, Brad Childress, and Minnesota Twins

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In this article: Joe Mauer, Most Valuable Player, Derek Jeter, Mark Teixeira, and New York Yankees

...a historical aspect, Mauer's season may have been the most impressive of them all. Mauer accomplished the "modern triple crown" as he led the American League in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage with his amazing...

In this article: Joe Mauer, Most Valuable Player, Miguel Cabrera, Minnesota Twins, Derek Jeter, Mark Teixeira, New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, and Gold Glove

Minnesota catcher Joe Mauer s overall excellence left little doubt as to his status this season as the American League s Most Valuable Player. </p><p> Mauer, 26, missed by just one vote Monday in becoming the league s first unanimous...

In this article: Joe Mauer, Most Valuable Player, Royals, National League, Minnesota, Zack Greinke, and Gold Glove

...among three deserving candidates, someone had to lose. The BBWAA's strong year continued Monday with the selection of Joe Mauer as the American League's Most Valuable Player. Mauer garnered 27 of the 28 first-place votes, making him a...

In this article: Joe Mauer, Most Valuable Player, Zack Greinke, Baseball Prospectus, Derek Jeter, Mark Teixeira, Cy Young Awards, and Albert Pujols

The 2009 American League MVP award will be handed down on Monday, and Joe Mauer is the front-runner to take home the trophy. There are a number of players in pursuit of the Golden Boy, including Derek Jeter and Mark Teixiera. Jeter has...

In this article: Joe Mauer, Miguel Cabrera, Derek Jeter, Mark Teixiera, Zack Greinke, Gold Glove, Tigers, and Silver Slugger Award

Notable free agents: 3B Melvin Mora Topping the to-do list: Pitching was awful -- starters, relievers, hot dog vendors called to throw an inning. Former Orioles SP Erik Bedard is in the discussion to return. Boston Notable free agents:...

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