First ever MiLB Awards Show to air on MLB Network on Oct. 2

Catching a glimpse of the stars of tomorrow has never been easier.

MLB Network will showcase the best of what Minor League Baseball has to offer with the inaugural MiLB Awards Show.

Highlighting some of the best prospects, performances and moments of the 2023 season, the show will air live on Oct. 2 at 8 p.m. ET and be hosted by MLB Network Emmy Award-winning host and play-by-play announcer Matt Vasgersian.

“I’m so glad that we are recognizing players who’ve had big Minor League seasons,” said Vasgersian. “Having worked for five different teams to begin my broadcasting career, I know firsthand how much dedication players put into their games at the Minor League level, so to be part of this show is a thrill.”

It will be a prime opportunity to see some of the best young talent in the sport, including top-ranked prospects such as Jackson Holliday (Orioles), Ethan Salas (Padres) and a host of others.

The hour-long telecast will present fans with a variety of categories, including Minor League Hitting and Pitching Prospects of the Year, the All-MiLB Prospect Team, Defensive Play of the Year and Home Run of the Year. Additionally, the winning team for the Best Alternate Identity (a team nickname other than the club’s regular name and logo) will be revealed following a fan vote on MiLB.com that begins Sept. 19.

“This new show will be a fantastic way to wrap up what has been an extraordinary Minor League Baseball season,” said Bill Morningstar, President of MLB Network. “Our coverage of MiLB continues to get stronger and more expansive, and this awards program is just the latest example of our commitment to covering the game’s future stars.”