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Atlanta Braves gain two awards finalists as the off-season cranks up

When the MLB hardware is passed out over the next couple of weeks, two Atlanta Braves will at least have a chance to take a trophy home.

Starting pitcher Mike Soroka was named among the finalists for the National League’s Rookie of the Year award, as voted on by the Baseball Writers of America:

2019 NL Rookie of the Year

Top 3 (alphabetically)
Pete Alonso, Mets
Mike Soroka, Braves
Fernando Tatis Jr., Padres

Winner announced Nov. 11. Voting concluded before postseason

— BBWAA (@officialBBWAA) November 4, 2019

In addition, Braves manager Brian Snitker is among the final three tapped for the honors of National League Manager of the Year.