Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jack Sanford is named National League Rookie of the Year

 Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jack Sanford is named National League Rookie of the Year

1957 – Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jack Sanford, who posted a 19-8 record with 188 strikeouts and a 3.08 ERA, is named National League Rookie of the Year. Sanford beats out his teammate, first baseman Ed Bouchee.