McGonigle Wins AL Players' Choice Rookie Award; Messick Awaits Writers' Vote

• Kevin McGonigle won the Players' Choice Award for American League Outstanding Rookie.
• Parker Messick emerged as a top starting pitcher in the American League this season.
• The AL Rookie of the Year award will be decided by writers in a couple of weeks.
• McGonigle's consistent performance may give him an edge over Messick.
• Messick's raw numbers are strong, but peer recognition for McGonigle is notable.