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Jake Burger named Philanthropist of the Year

Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger earned the 2026 Philanthropist of the Year honor from the MLBPA Players Trust. His advocacy efforts have centered on Down syndrome awareness, a cause personal to him due to his daughter, Penelope.

To honor this connection, Burger switched his jersey to number 21, representing the extra chromosome associated with the condition. The Players Choice Awards also recognized other top performers, naming Pete Crow-Armstrong as the National League's Most Outstanding Player and overall Player of the Year, while Yordan Alvarez received the American League's top honor.

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