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Simpson Wins Gold Glove Finalist
Chandler Simpson earns AL Gold Glove finalist nod after 180 defensive improvements.
In brief
Chandler Simpson earns AL Gold Glove finalist nod after 180 defensive improvements. Chandler Simpson, Rays' left fielder, becomes 2026 AL Gold Glove Award finalist after improving defensive metrics from minus-5 to plus-8 in 2025. Originally reported by Mlb.
Simpson tagged on Instagram
Chandler Simpson saw he was tagged on Instagram after being named an American League Gold Glove Award finalist.
Simpson's defensive leap
Simpson improved from minus-5 outs above average in 2025 to plus-8 in 2026.
Defensive runs saved
Simpson recorded plus-8 defensive runs saved in 2026, up from minus-9 in 2025.
Simpson's quote
Simpson said he put in the work and that results came of it.
“It means a lot, especially after things I needed to work on from last year going into the offseason and then coming into this year, that was a real focal point of my development as a player as a whole. I’m glad I was able to make big strides at the end of this year”
Coach Dickerson's role
First-base coach Corey Dickerson helped Simpson improve his defense.
Simpson's thank you
Simpson thanked Dickerson for his guidance and knowledge.
“He’s been such a great help. I know I put in the work, but just his guidance and knowledge and everything that he’s put forth into me, I appreciate him a lot, for sure.”
Rays' defensive success
Tampa Bay's defense is key to their AL Championship Series success.
What matters most
Chandler Simpson, Rays' left fielder, becomes 2026 AL Gold Glove Award finalist after improving defensive metrics from minus-5 to plus-8 in 2025.
