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2025 Hank Aaron Award Finalists Announced
10/7/2025, 2:13:04 PM
Overview of the Hank Aaron Award
The Hank Aaron Award, established in 1999 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Hank Aaron breaking Babe Ruth’s all-time home run record, recognizes the most outstanding offensive performers in Major League Baseball (MLB) for both the American League (AL) and National League (NL). This year marks the 26th anniversary of the award, with winners set to be announced on November 13, 2025, during a special presentation at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
2025 Finalists for the Hank Aaron Award
Major League Baseball has announced the finalists for the 2025 Hank Aaron Award. In the American League, the nominees include:
- Byron Buxton (Minnesota Twins)
- Junior Caminero (Tampa Bay Rays)
- Riley Greene (Detroit Tigers)
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Toronto Blue Jays)
- Aaron Judge (New York Yankees)
- Nick Kurtz (Oakland Athletics)
- Cal Raleigh (Seattle Mariners)
- George Springer (Toronto Blue Jays)
- Bobby Witt Jr. (Kansas City Royals)
The National League finalists are:
- Pete Alonso (New York Mets)
- Corbin Carroll (Arizona Diamondbacks)
- Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers)
- Geraldo Perdomo (Arizona Diamondbacks)
- Kyle Schwarber (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Juan Soto (New York Mets)
- Fernando Tatis Jr. (San Diego Padres)
- Kyle Tucker (Chicago Cubs)
- Trea Turner (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Christian Yelich (Milwaukee Brewers)
Shohei Ohtani's Historic Performance
Shohei Ohtani, a finalist for the Hank Aaron Award for the third consecutive year, has made a significant impact in the 2025 season. He achieved a .282 batting average with a .622 slugging percentage, hitting 55 home runs and scoring 146 runs. Ohtani's performance included 102 RBIs and 20 stolen bases, leading the NL in several offensive categories. His 55 home runs set a new franchise record for the Dodgers, surpassing his previous record of 54 homers set in 2024.
Junior Caminero's Breakout Season
Junior Caminero, a 22-year-old third baseman for the Tampa Bay Rays, also emerged as a strong contender. In his first full MLB season, Caminero recorded a .264 batting average with 45 home runs and 110 RBIs. He ranked among the AL leaders in home runs and total bases, showcasing his potential as a future star in the league.
Cal Raleigh's Record-Breaking Year
Cal Raleigh, catcher for the Seattle Mariners, had a historic season, leading the AL with 60 home runs and 125 RBIs. Raleigh's achievement of hitting 60 home runs as a primary catcher is unprecedented in MLB history. His performance not only set a franchise record but also placed him among the elite hitters in the league.
Voting Process and Announcement
Voting for the Hank Aaron Award opened on October 6 and will close on October 12, 2025. Fans can cast their votes through MLB.com/aaron. The winners will be determined by a combination of fan votes and input from a panel of MLB legends, including past recipients of the award.
Conclusion
The 2025 Hank Aaron Award finalists highlight the exceptional talent in Major League Baseball this season. With players like Shohei Ohtani, Junior Caminero, and Cal Raleigh leading the way, the competition for the prestigious award promises to be intense. The announcement of the winners will take place on November 13, 2025, during the MLB Awards ceremony in Las Vegas.
