1989 – San Diego Padres relief ace Mark Davis is selected the Cy Young Award winner in the National League. Davis saved 44 games while sporting an ERA of 1.85. In 1990, Davis will save only six games after signing a free agent contract with the Kansas City Royals.

On November 14, 1989 — 1989 – San Diego Padres relief ace Mark Davis is selected the Cy Young Award winner in the National League. Davis saved 44 games while sporting an ERA of 1.85. In 1990.

Despite being the National League’s only 20-game winner, Mike Scott finishes behind Davis. Scott receives just four of the 24 first place votes. Davis will save only six games after signing a free agent contract with the Kansas City Royals.