2015 Silver Slugger awards: Giants lead way with three winners

The 2015 Silver Slugger Awards have been announced.

The 2015 Silver Slugger Awards have been announced.

The award is given to the top hitter at each position in the American and National leagues based on votes by Major League coaches and managers.

Despite missing the playoffs this season, the San Francisco Giants picked up a league-high three winners, with shortstop Brandon Crawford, catcher Buster Posey and pitcher Madison Bumgarner earning the honor. 

Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera earned his sixth Sliver Slugger award, while Los Angeles Angels centerfielder Mike Trout and Pittsburgh Pirates centerfielder Andrew McCutchen earned their fourth consecutive honor.  

Catcher

AL: Brian McCann, Yankees
NL: Buster Posey, Giants

First Base

AL: Miguel Cabrera, Tigers
NL: Paul Goldschmidt, Diamondbacks

Second Base

AL: Jose Altuve, Astros
NL: Dee Gordon, Marlins

Shortstop

AL: Xander Bogaerts, Red Sox
NL: Brandon Crawford, Giants

Third Base

AL: Josh Donaldson, Blue Jays
NL: Nolan Arenado, Rockies

Outfield

AL: Mike Trout, Angels; Nelson Cruz, Mariners; J.D. Martinez, Tigers
NL: Bryce Harper, Nationals; Andrew McCutchen, Pirates; Carlos Gonzalez, Rockies

Pitcher

NL: Madison Bumgarner, Giants