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NL Silver Slugger race could be MVP preview for anxious Phillies fans

With the National League Silver Slugger Award finalists announced on Wednesday, two Phillies got the nod for their fine 2025 seasons. Kyle Schwarber is a finalist at designated hitter while Trea Turner is a finalist at shortstop.

They both face an uphill battle to win this year, but Schwarber's competition will be particularly interesting for Phillies fans. The Phillies slugger was named a finalist alongside the Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in what is likely a preview of the NL MVP voting.

Schwarber made a real push in the MVP race this season, possibly his final one in red pinstripes.