3 Detroit Tigers named 2026 Silver Slugger finalists

Three Detroit Tigers are up for Silver Slugger awards, it was announced on Thursday, Nov. 5.

Shortstop Kevin McGonigle, outfielder Riley Greene and catcher Dillon Dingler are up for the award at their respective positions.

Winners are set to be announced on Nov. 17.

McGonigle surged onto the scene as a rookie thanks in large part to his bat, as he hit .278 with 18 home runs and 72 RBIs in what could be a Rookie of the Year campaign. He is also listed under the utility player finalists for the Silver Slugger.

Greene had another All-Star season, hitting .280 with 21 home runs and 75 RBIs.

Dingler, who is also a Gold Glove winner , had a breakout year as a power hitter in Detroit, bashing 27 home runs to go with 91 RBIs and a .243 average.

The full list of American League finalists is below: