The Sporting News named Showalter as the
The Sporting News’ National League Manager of the Year is the
According to the magazine’s website, Showalter received four first-place votes from a panel of 17 managers, with Oakland’s Bob Melvin getting three first-place votes and finishing second.
The most prestigious managerial award – voted on by the Baseball Writers Association of America – will be announced on Nov 13.
Showalter, who led the surprising Orioles to 93 wins and a Wild Card berth, and Melvin, who won an