The Sporting News announced today that it has named Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Steve Carlton the National League Pitcher of the Year.
The announcement came as a surprise to no one, as the dominant lefty is expected to take home the National League Cy Young hardware as well. The 37-year-old hurler dominated National League hitters, going 23-11 with a 3.10 ERA and 286 strikeouts. Carlton led the league in wins, games started (38), complete games (19), shutouts (6), innings pitched (295 2/3) and strikeouts. [Read more…] about Carlton TSN NL Pitcher of Year