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Yankees, Mets, trade rumors, free agents, off-the-wall predictions and other MLB musings.

Quick thoughts on Joe Mauer and the AL MVP ballot

Joe Mauer received 27 of 28 first-place votes

Photo credit: Getty Images

We have the 3:00 conference call, with Mauer, a most deserving winner, but a few thoughts to pass the time...

--Yes, this is continued progress for the BBWAA, following on last week's Cy Young Awards for Zack Greinke and Tim Lincecum. Five or 10 years ago, maybe Mark Teixeira wins this, for putting up huge numbers on the winningest team. But there was clear recognition - at least, I hope...

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