Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt has been named the American League Manager of the Year for the second consecutive season, the Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced Monday. Vogt secured the honor after leading the Guardians to a surprising 76-86 record in his debut season, exceeding preseason expectations and demonstrating a knack for maximizing player potential.
Vogt’s back-to-back awards underscore a shift in managerial recognition, valuing leadership and player development alongside conventional win-loss metrics. The 48-year-old’s success is especially notable given the Guardians’ status as a team undergoing a rebuild, and his ability to foster a competitive environment despite a young roster. This award solidifies Vogt’s position as one of baseball’s rising managerial stars and sets a high bar for continued success in Cleveland.
The voting, compiled from ballots submitted by 32 baseball writers, revealed a tight race. Vogt received 17 first-place votes and a total of 84 points. Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash finished second with 13 first-place votes and 71 points, while Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider garnered 10 first-place votes and 64 points.
Notably, Vogt’s name appeared on every ballot submitted. The voting breakdown shows a diverse range of perspectives among baseball journalists, with representatives from outlets including The Seattle Times, MLB.com, San Francisco Standard, Tampa Bay Times, and the Dallas Morning News contributing to the final results. The complete voting results demonstrate the widespread respect for vogt’s managerial acumen across the baseball landscape.
