What is the Cy Young Award? All about the history, criteria, and past winners
The Cy Young Award honors baseball's top pitchers, established in memory of the legendary "Cy" Young. Initially a single award, it now recognizes the best in both the American and National Leagues. This prestigious accolade celebrates sustained excellence, with past winners including Koufax, Seaver, and Clemens, reflecting the evolving landscape of pitching through analytics and dominance.
The Cy Young Award honors baseball's top pitchers, established in memory of the legendary "Cy" Young. Initially a single award, it now recognizes the best in both the American and National Leagues. This prestigious accolade celebrates sustained excellence, with past winners including Koufax, Seaver, and Clemens, reflecting the evolving landscape of pitching through analytics and dominance.
