Mitch Voit named Mets minor-league player of the year as Wisconsin players excel

Mitch Voit from Whitefish Bay has been named the New York Mets' minor-league position player of the year for 2026, finishing his season with an.802 OPS, 13 home runs, and 45 stolen bases across two levels. Several other Wisconsin players have also made their mark in the minors, with Jarred Kelenic posting a.913 OPS at Triple-A for the New York Yankees. Alan Roden achieved a.904 OPS with the Minnesota Twins, while Gavin Kilen showed promise for the San Francisco Giants with an.812 OPS. George Klassen made six big-league starts for the Los Angeles Angels this season, demonstrating the depth of talent coming out of Wisconsin. With postseason play underway in minor leagues, the performance of these players will be closely watched.

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