2026 MLB Gold Glove winners: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Red Sox, D-backs lead field

Major League Baseball unveiled its 2026 Gold Glove Award winners on Sunday night, celebrating the game's elite defenders. Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong earned his second career Gold Glove, solidifying his status as one of the premier outfielders in the sport. The Boston Red Sox and Arizona Diamondbacks tied for the most winners, with three players each taking home the prestigious defensive honor. The awards, voted on by managers and coaches, recognize the best fielder at each position in both the American and National Leagues. For the Red Sox, the trio of winners underscores a commitment to run prevention that has fueled their recent success. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks' three Gold Glovers highlight a young, athletic core that has transformed Arizona into a defensive powerhouse. Crow-Armstrong's repeat win puts him in rare company among center fielders under 25, and his range and instincts continue to draw comparisons to some of the game's all-time greats. As teams increasingly value defense in an era of advanced metrics, these awards carry more weight than ever. With spring training just months away, the bar has been set for 2027.