The winners of the Silver Slugger Award are announced. In the AL, 2B José Altuve is a winner for the 4th straight year, while in the NL, 3B Nolan Arenado is honored for the third straight. First-time winners include dynamic youngsters C Gary Sanchez and OF Aaron Judge of the Yankees, and veteran P Adam Wainwright.

On November 9, 2017 — The winners of the Silver Slugger Award are announced. In the AL, 2B José Altuve is a winner for the 4th straight year, while in the NL, 3B Nolan Arenado is honored for the third straight. First-time winners include dynamic youngsters C Gary Sanchez and OF Aaron Judge of the Yankees, and veteran P Adam Wainwright.

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