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MLB Awards Watch: Kris Bryant carries the NL MVP flag

Jul 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17) hits an RBI double during the first inning of the game against the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 28, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17) hits an RBI double during the first inning of the game against the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports
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The 2016 MLB season is evaporating before our eyes. The trade deadline is now in the rear view mirror (unless, of course, you count waiver deals…) and every team in the league has completed at least 60% of its schedule. In short, the stretch run is nearing when it comes to pennant and wild card races, and that also goes for individual pursuits in the form of awards.

Today, we will catch up on each of MLB’s major award races, beginning with NL Rookie of the Year and moving toward AL MVP by the end. Let’s get to the particulars now.

NL Rookie of the Year

Next: AL Rookie of the Year