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- Updated: September 23, 2016
ST. PETERSBURG — On Friday, the Tampa Bay Chapter of the BBWAA announced its annual team awards at the Clutch Hitters Luncheon.
Evan Longoria was honored with the Don Zimmer Award, given to the most valuable Rays player; as well as the Paul C. Smith Champion Award, given to the player who best exemplifies the spirit of true professionalism on and off the field. The veteran third baseman has now won both awards twice.
The Minor League award winners were also announced at the luncheon.
First baseman Casey Gillaspie was named Minor League Player of the Year, right-hander …
