The California League selected Blake Davis as its first-ever Umpire of the Year and unveiled the "Doug Harvey Award," named after the Hall of Fame inductee and nearby resident of Visalia.
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Visalia's Paul Goldschmidt, who shares the Minor League home run lead, has been tabbed Cal League MVP and Rookie of the Year. He's also a member of the Postseason All-Star Team.
The 29th overall pick in the 2009 Draft, Tim Wheeler has had his share of struggles this season. But the center fielder has persevered, helping the Nuts get back into the playoff picture.
Visalia's Paul Goldschmidt has put up some gaudy numbers this season, but the slugger is more focused on helping his team reach the playoffs than he is on any personal achievement.
Pitching turnover has been high in Bakersfield this season due to late trades, but that's not keeping new closer Fabio Castillo and the Blaze from finding success on that front at all.