LIDOM will announce winners for the 2025-2026 championship regular season awards starting Friday, January 2. This tournament, dedicated to the legendary Juan Marichal and playing for the Copa Banreservas, highlights the talent in the Dominican Professional Baseball League.
A 69-member nationwide panel selected the best in categories such as Most Valuable Player, Pitcher of the Year, Manager of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and General Manager of the Year. The composition includes independent media professionals, team representatives, and international chroniclers, ensuring regional equity from La Altagracia to Peravia.
Detailed announcement schedule
- January 2, 12:30 p.m.: Rookie of the Year and Gentleman of the Year, the latter voted on by players for their sportsmanship and respect for the game.
- January 4, 12:30 p.m.: General Manager of the Year.
- January 5, 12:30 p.m.: Manager of the Year.
- January 6, 12:30 p.m.: Pitcher of the Year.
- January 7, 12:00 p.m.: Most Valuable Player in the LIDOM Box by LIDOMTV on YouTube.
For the second year, the weighted valuation method was applied, allowing multiple votes per category with differentiated scores. This innovation, introduced for greater precision, reflects the league’s commitment to transparent processes, similar to practices in Major League Baseball where expert panels evaluate comprehensive performance.
Historical context of the LIDOM awards
The LIDOM will announce winners awards date back decades, honoring figures such as Juan Marichal, immortalized in Cooperstown for his 244 victories. In past seasons, Dominicans like Robinson Canó have shone in the MVP, boosting careers toward MLB. Recent statistics show that Rookie of the Year winners average 20 home runs in the playoffs, according to historical league data.
Impact on Dominican baseball
These recognitions not only celebrate excellence, but also motivate young talent in a country with over 200 players in MLB. Experts such as press chroniclers highlight how the Gentleman of the Year promotes ethical values in a passionate sport. LIDOM will announce winners via press releases and social media, expanding the reach to global fans.
The equity of the panel, with votes from media members from provinces without franchises, avoids bias and strengthens credibility. In a year of changes, such as the recent leadership transition in Gigantes del Cibao, these awards mark the close of the regular season and anticipate an intense postseason.
The LIDOM will announce winners reaffirms its role as a pillar of Quisqueyan baseball, keeping alive the tradition of sporting excellence.
