Cubs outfielder Heyward captures fourth Gold Glove

Jason Heyward (L) and Anthony Rizzo of the Chicago Cubs, seen in action during Game Seven
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Los Angeles (AFP) – The World Series-winning Chicago Cubs earned more glory on Tuesday when right fielder Jason Heyward and first baseman Anthony Rizzo earned Gold Glove awards for fielding excellence. 

It was the fourth award for Heyward, and the first for Rizzo. 

The San Francisco Giants had the most Gold Glove winners with three as shortstop Brandon Crawford won his second award. Catcher Buster Posey and second baseman Joe Panik took home their first prizes. Posey’s selection snapped an eight-year win streak by St. Louis Cardinals Yadier Molina.

The winners were selected by MLB managers and coaches, who are not allowed to vote for their own players.

The following is a list of the winners:

Catcher

National League: Buster Posey, Giants

American League: Salvador Perez, Royals

First base

National League: Anthony Rizzo, Cubs

American League: Mitch Moreland, Rangers

Second base

National League: Joe Panik, Giants

American League: Ian Kinsler, Tigers

Third base

National League: Nolan Arenado, Rockies

American League: Adrian Beltre, Rangers

Shortstop

National League: Brandon Crawford, Giants

American League: Francisco Lindor, Indians

Left field

National League: Starling Marte, Pirates

American League: Brett Gardner, Yankees

Center field

National League: Ender Inciarte, Braves

American League: Kevin Kiermaier, Rays

Right Field

National League: Jason Heyward, Cubs

American League: Mookie Betts, Red Sox

Pitcher

National League: Zack Greinke, Diamondbacks

American League: Dallas Keuchel, Astros

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