Jimmy Rollins

Congratulations to the Philadelphia Phillies very own, Jimmy "J Roll" Rollins on his NL MVP award. He helped propel the Phillies to their first playoff berth in 14 years with his steady play and speed. Rollins was the first player in MLB history with 30 homers, 30 doubles, 30 steals, and 20 triples in one season. He became the first NL shortstop to play in every game in the last 34 years. In winning the award, Rollins becomes the second Phillie in a row to win the NL MVP, behind teammate Ryan Howard last year. Rollins batted .296 with 30 homeruns, 94 RBI's and 41 steals from the leadoff spot, helping Philly make a big run in September. Also he lead the league in runs with 139 and triples with 20. The Gold Glove shortstop received 16 of the 32 first place votes and finished with 353 points, while the Rockies left fielder Matt Holliday got 11 place votes and a total of 336 points, and Milwaukees's Prince Fielder rounded out the top 3 with 4 first place votes and 284 points.