The winners of the annual Silver Slugger Awards are announced. Atlanta C Brian McCann wins for the 4th straight year, and 5th overall, most among National Leaguers, while DH David Ortiz of Boston is also a five-time winner in the American League.

On November 2, 2011 — The winners of the annual Silver Slugger Awards are announced. Atlanta C Brian McCann wins for the 4th straight year, and 5th overall, most among National Leaguers, while DH David Ortiz of Boston is also a five-time winner in the American League.

 

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