The results of the 2017 Fielding Bible Awards have been revealed, with Boston Red Sox right fielder Mookie Betts earning the honor of being named the best defensive player at his position.
Unlike the Gold Glove Awards that Major League Baseball hand out to the top defensive players in each league, only one player at each position earns the award regardless of which league they play in. There are ten winners each year – one for each position player, including the pitcher, plus a multi-position award for utility players. Instead of having managers and coaches vote for the winners, the Fielding Bible Awards are determined by a panel of 12 baseball writers and experts.