What happened: Cam Schlittler won the 2026 American League Cy Young Award on Thursday. The honor was decided by a unanimous vote following his standout 2026 season.

Why it matters: The unanimous victory establishes Schlittler among the premier starting pitchers in baseball heading into the 2027 season. It solidifies his status at the front of the rotation as teams assess the American League pitching landscape.

What to watch: Major League Baseball continues its postseason awards schedule ahead of upcoming winter roster deadlines.