Top 5 Contenders and Odds for the 2024 AL Cy Young Award
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SP Tarik Skubal, Detroit Tigers: +185
Tarik Skubal is a leading candidate for the AL Cy Young Award, and his potential All-Star Game start could boost his profile significantly. Skubal ranks among the top five AL starters in several key categories, including wins (nine), ERA (2.32), FIP (2.69), and fWAR (2.8). His consistent performance has positioned him as a top contender for the prestigious award.
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SP Logan Gilbert, Seattle Mariners: +1200
Logan Gilbert has emerged as the standout pitcher in one of MLB's top rotations. He boasts a league-best 0.893 WHIP, highlighting his ability to control the game. Gilbert's excellence on the mound has been pivotal for the Mariners, making him a strong contender for the AL Cy Young Award.
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SP Garrett Crochet, Chicago White Sox: +900
Garrett Crochet stands out with his remarkable strikeout rate, leading all starters with a 12.40 K/9 and 130 strikeouts. His 2.54 FIP is second only to Houck in the AL. However, limitations on his innings and potential trade to an NL team before the deadline could impact his Cy Young candidacy. Despite these challenges, Crochet's performance has been undeniably impressive.
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SP Tanner Houck, Boston Red Sox: +850
Tanner Houck has arguably been the best pitcher in baseball this season. He leads MLB in ERA (2.18), FIP (2.21), and fWAR (3.6), all of which are crucial metrics for Cy Young voters. Houck's breakout season has put him in serious contention for the award, showcasing his dominance on the mound for the Red Sox.
SP Corbin Burnes, Baltimore Orioles: +290
Corbin Burnes, the 2021 NL Cy Young winner with the Milwaukee Brewers, has had a stellar first season with the Orioles. He is second among AL starters in innings pitched (106 2/3) and ERA (2.28). Burnes aims to become the eighth pitcher in MLB history to win Cy Young Awards in both leagues, making a strong case before hitting free agency.
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SP Tarik Skubal, Detroit Tigers: +185
Tarik Skubal is a leading candidate for the AL Cy Young Award, and his potential All-Star Game start could boost his profile significantly. Skubal ranks among the top five AL starters in several key categories, including wins (nine), ERA (2.32), FIP (2.69), and fWAR (2.8). His consistent performance has positioned him as a top contender for the prestigious award.
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SP Logan Gilbert, Seattle Mariners: +1200
Logan Gilbert has emerged as the standout pitcher in one of MLB's top rotations. He boasts a league-best 0.893 WHIP, highlighting his ability to control the game. Gilbert's excellence on the mound has been pivotal for the Mariners, making him a strong contender for the AL Cy Young Award.
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