Boston Red Sox designated hitter J.D. Martinez and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich were named the winners of the American League and National League Hank Aaron Award, respectively, on Friday.
According to Major League Baseball, the Hank Aaron Award is given to the best offensive performer in each league:
MLB.@JDMartinez14, @ChristianYelich take home the 2018 Hank Aaron Award for best offensive performers in AL, NL. https://t.co/JQ4qrPVMLF
Martinez hit .330 with 43 home runs and an MLB-leading 130 RBI during the regular season, while Yelich hit an NL-best .326 with 36 homers and 110 RBI.