Mookie Betts Earns First Shortstop Gold Glove Finalist Nod After Defensive Turnaround

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts, 33, has been named a Gold Glove finalist at shortstop for the first time in 2025, adding to his six previous Gold Gloves as an outfielder. Despite not being a regular at the position until 2024 and initially struggling defensively, Betts worked diligently over the offseason to transform into an above-average defender at shortstop in 2025, according to FanGraphs. He was moved to shortstop in 2024 after starting the season at second base, playing 65 games at the position. Betts' inclusion as a finalist, alongside Masyn Winn and Nick Allen who ranked higher by advanced metrics, highlights his incredible drive and athleticism. Winners will be announced on November 2nd on ESPN.