What happened: The Baseball Writers' Association of America awarded Parker Messick a third-place finish in the 2026 American League Cy Young balloting. Cam Schlittler captured the award with a unanimous victory.

Why it matters: The finish caps a decorated debut campaign after Messick finished second in AL Rookie of the Year voting earlier this week. By securing a top-three Cy Young finish, he nets a bonus draft pick for the organization under the Prospect Promotion Incentive.

What to watch: Attention now shifts to the upcoming 2027 season as preparations begin for spring training.