National League Gold Glove Finalists Named; Bryce Harper Writes Amazing Story

There are some great storylines in the Gold Glove finalists for the National League. From longtime past winners getting another chance, to first-time superstars at a new positionn.

The NL list is as follows:

CATCHER

Patrick Bailey, Giants
Gabriel Moreno, D-backs
Will Smith, Dodgers

Moreno & Bailey have both been finalists now in each of their first two seasons.

FIRST BASE

Bryce Harper, Phillies
Matt Olson, Braves
Christian Walker, D-backs

In his first full season at first base, Bryce Harper has been named a @RawlingsSports Gold Glove Award Finalist! pic.twitter.com/itoz2z8sBq
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) October 15, 2024

Harper is a tremendous story here, as he spent the first 11 years of his career as an outfielder, before being forced to play 1st base due to an elbow injury. He's taken to it like a fish to water. Now he's a Gold Glove finalist at first.

SECOND BASE

Ketel Marte, D-backs
Bryson Stott, Phillies
Brice Turang, Brewers

THIRD BASE

Nolan Arenado, Cardinals
Matt Chapman, Giants
Ryan McMahon, Rockies

Arenado is back in the top 3, after being stunningly absent last season following 10 straight years of winning the Gold Glove at 3rd. He's got a shot now at his 11th.

SHORTSTOP

Dansby Swanson, Cubs
Ezequiel Tovar, Rockies
Masyn Winn, Cardinals

Winn is a first-timer on the list of finalists.

LEFT FIELD

Lourdes Gurriel Jr., D-backs
Ian Happ, Cubs
Brandon Marsh, Phillies

This one will stun Blue Jays fans, who were always led to believe that Gurriel Jr. was not a good outfielder from the way he was used in Toronto. Now, he's a finalist for the Gold Glove, and is one of a whopping 5 Diamondbacks on the list.

CENTER FIELD