Chicago Leads 2026 Gold Glove Finalists

Rawlings announced the 2026 MLB Gold Glove finalists, with winners scheduled to be revealed Nov. 1. Chicago led with five finalists, including center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, whose 26 outs above average and fielding run value led major-league outfielders; Kansas City had four finalists, including shortstop Bobby Witt Jr., who led the AL with 24 outs above average and is seeking a third straight award. Other notable contenders include Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler, Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger, Rangers utility player Ezequiel Duran and AL pitching finalist Jacob deGrom; Detroit had two finalists. Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe and Yankees catcher Austin Wells are first-time finalists, while Bellinger is seeking his second award. Winners at standard positions are determined by votes from managers and coaches (75%) and the SABR Defensive Index (25%).