The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association announced Friday that Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies is the overall winner of the 2021 Heart and Hustle Award.
The award is given to active players “who demonstrate a passion for the game of baseball and best embody the values, spirit and tradition of the game.”
Albies turned in a banner season for the Braves in 2021 recording 40 doubles, seven triples and 30 home runs while hitting .259/.310/.488 in 156 games. Albies also continues to give back to his home of Curacao through multiple charitable means.