Braves Eye Multiple Awards as Voting Results Near
Several Atlanta Braves players and manager Walt Weiss are finalists for upcoming MLB awards announced on scheduled dates this month.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Baseball
Walt Weiss is a finalist for Manager of the Year after his first season managing the Braves, and Chris Sale is a Cy Young Award candidate. Matt Olson is also a finalist for the Hank Aaron Award and the Silver Slugger Award among National League first basemen.
Why it matters
Multiple Braves finalists across several awards reflect the team's standing in the National League heading into the offseason. Recognition for Weiss and Olson would mark notable individual honors for the organization.
Nine Braves players were on the All-MLB Team ballot, and Bobby Cox won Manager of the Year four times. Final winners are not yet known, as voting results will be announced on the scheduled award dates.
The players
Walt Weiss
Walt Weiss is a former major league shortstop who managed the Atlanta Braves in his first season.
Chris Sale
Chris Sale is a left-handed starting pitcher known for his strikeout ability and multiple All-Star selections.
Matt Olson
Matt Olson is a first baseman who has been a consistent power hitter and Silver Slugger contender.
The details
Awards finalists were revealed for several Braves personnel, including Weiss, Sale, and Olson. Martín Pérez was named among National League comeback player finalists but lost the Players Choice vote to Zack Wheeler.
Timeline
Nov. 10: Manager of the Year award announced
Nov. 11: Cy Young, All-MLB Team, Hank Aaron, and Comeback Player of the Year announced
Nov. 17: Silver Slugger award announced
Monday: Rookie of the Year Awards announced
Season Trajectory
The Braves' multiple award finalists follow the pattern set by Brian Snitker's 2018 Manager of the Year win, which was the last time the franchise received that honor. Recognition across several categories signals a competitive season that places Atlanta among the National League's most decorated clubs.
Fans can track the Braves' award results directly on the scheduled announcement dates listed above. Fantasy and sports-betting followers may find the finalist lists useful when comparing player performance against the official ballots.
The takeaway
The Braves' award finalists highlight a strong individual season across several roster spots and the coaching staff. Readers following the team should watch the announcement dates to see which finalists earn official honors.
What happens next
Award winners are scheduled to be announced on Nov. 10, Nov. 11, Nov. 17, and the following Monday for the Rookie of the Year Awards.
Further reading
Explore more Baseball coverage for context on the Braves' season and award race.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sports Illustrated.
