The first ever MiLB Awards were announced tonight on the MLB Network and Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong was named Defensive Player of the Year. This award, as well as all other MiLB Awards, were for performance throughout the entire minor leagues for the 2023 season.
Additionally, Tennessee Smokies outfielder Owen Caissie was named to the First-Team All-MiLB Team. Crow-Armstrong and Smokies right-hander Cade Horton were named to the Second-Team All-MiLB team.
Crow-Armstrong had a strong season at the plate this year, hitting a combined .283/.365/.511 with 26 doubles, seven triples and 20 home runs along with 37 steals between Double-A Tennessee and Triple-A Iowa.