Changes in Qualifications for Outfield Gold Gloves

According to an article written Wednesday by Evan Brunell for CBS Sports, Rawlings has altered the criteria of eligibility for the Gold Glove Awards. The biggest change is for outfielders. Instead of voters being allowed to vote for three outfielders in each league regardless of position, they will now be required to vote for one outfielder at each position individually. So now a Gold Glove will be awarded for left field, center field, and right field separately. This is a very welcomed change, as we have always felt that the best player at each position should be recognized for his performance, which is why the Fielding Bible Awards have always been given for each outfield position individually. Under the old system of Gold Glove voting, corner outfielders were at a disadvantage. Now they will be given the recognition that they deserve.

If you would like to read more about what a player is required to do to qualify for the Gold Glove at a given outfield position, or at any other position, please click here.