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2012 Rawlings Gold Glove Announcement Show Open Thread (9:30, ESPN2)

Let's see if no one wins.

Jeff Hanisch-US PRESSWIRE

9:30, ESPN2

Guest presenters: Sandy Alomar, Jr., Andre Dawson, Ozzie Smith

Last time, Mike Matheny was a presenter. So I guess this means Sandy Alomar will be managing in the majors next year.

The Reds have the most nominees for Gold Gloves in the majors, with 6. Bronson Arroyo, plus two-thirds of their outfield and 3/4 of their infield:

Joey Votto, 1B
Brandon Phillips, 2B
Zack Cozart, SS
Jay Bruce, RF
Drew Stubbs, CF

When I first looked at the list of nominees, I thought the Reds were likely to get shut out. Having given it slightly more thought, I think Votto has a decent chance to beat Freeman and LaRoche - despite missing time. I can imagine Bruce winning on past reputation. And, while I don't think he'll win, Cozart is dark horse pick.

Get your predictions in the thread.

My predictions

P - Mark Buehrle

C - Yadier Molina (THESE ARE PREDICTIONS)
1B - Joey Votto
2B - Darwin Barney
SS - Ian Desmond
3B - David Wright

LF - Martin Prado
CF - Michael Bourn
RF - Jason Heyward

NL Nominees

Pos Player Team
P Bronson Arroyo Reds

Mark Buehrle Marlins

Clayton Kershaw Dodgers

C Yadier Molina Cardinals

Miguel Montero Diamondbacks

Carlos Ruiz Phillies

1B Freddie Freeman Braves

Adam LaRoche Nationals

Joey Votto Reds

2B Darwin Barney Cubs

Aaron Hill Diamondbacks

Brandon Phillips Reds

3B Chase Headley Padres

Aramis Ramirez Brewers

David Wright Mets

SS Zack Cozart Reds

Ian Desmond Nationals

Jose Reyes Marlins

Jimmy Rollins Phillies

LF Ryan Braun Brewers

Carlos Gonzalez Rockies

Martin Prado Braves

CF Michael Bourn Braves

Andrew McCutchen Pirates

Drew Stubbs Reds

RF Jay Bruce Reds

Andre Ethier Dodgers

Jason Heyward Braves