All-JM Team Selections

• 🏆 This episode focuses on selecting the final 2024 All-JM team, an award that recognizes a full season's worth of work from April through September.
• 🌟 The All-JM award aims to identify the best player at each position from start to finish, a unique achievement not replicated by other awards.
• 🏅 Silver Daisies are awarded to players who were the best at their position each month, with eligibility for the final team requiring consistent performance throughout the season.

American League Selections

• ⚾ Cal Raleigh is named the All-JM AL Catcher, narrowly beating out Salvador Perez due to a stronger September performance and superior defensive metrics.
• 🥇 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. secures the AL First Base spot, having a dominant second half that solidified his return to elite status.
• 🌟 Jose Altuve is selected as the AL Second Baseman, with his offensive production outweighing Marcus Simeon's superior defense in the hosts' discussion.
• 💎 Jose Ramirez claims the AL Third Base position, with his exceptional all-around performance, including 41 stolen bases, making him a clear choice.
• 🚀 Bobby Witt Jr. is the AL Shortstop, showcasing an incredible season with elite offensive numbers and strong defense, establishing himself as a new face of baseball.
• 🌟 Aaron Judge is the AL Center Fielder, overcoming an early-season injury to have an MVP-caliber year, while Juan Soto and Jaren Duran round out the outfield.
• 💥 Yordan Alvarez is chosen as the AL Designated Hitter, narrowly edging out Brent Rooker in a close debate focused on clutch performance and overall impact.
• 🌟 Tarik Skubal is recognized as the AL Pitcher, having a dominant season with a low ERA and impressive FIP, likely securing him the Cy Young award.

National League Selections

• 🏆 William Contreras earns the NL Catcher Silver Daisy, demonstrating consistent performance and becoming the heartbeat of the Brewers' offense.
• 🌟 Bryce Harper is selected at NL First Base, overcoming an early season slump to edge out Freddy Freeman with superior slugging and offensive metrics.
• 💎 Ketel Marte is awarded the NL Second Base Silver Daisy, showcasing an outstanding season offensively and defensively, despite playing fewer games.
• 🥇 Manny Chapman is the NL Third Baseman, his elite defense and strong offensive contributions making him the clear choice over other strong contenders.
• 🌟 Francisco Lindor is the NL Shortstop, delivering an elite season with strong defense and offensive production, despite some late-season back issues.
• 🌟 Jackson Merrill and Joc Pederson are selected for the NL Outfield, with Jurickson Profar also earning a spot due to his consistent performance and a Silver Daisy.
• 💥 Shohei Ohtani is recognized as the NL Designated Hitter, having an incredible season with both his hitting and pitching prowess, earning a Silver Daisy.
• 🌟 Zack Wheeler is named the NL Pitcher, delivering a strong season with a good record and impressive FIP, though Chris Sale also had a notable year.

Fan Vote and Final Thoughts

• 🤔 The fan vote will determine additional spots, including potential selections for Gunnar Henderson, Brent Rooker, and others.
• 🗣️ The hosts discuss the difficulty of the All-JM award, emphasizing its unique criteria of rewarding season-long performance.