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Found October 26, 2011 on mlb.com:
PLAYERS: Craig Kimbrel,  Mark Trumbo
TEAMS: Atlanta Braves,  Los Angeles Angels
Craig Kimbrel and Mark Trumbo were recognized for standout seasons Wednesday, when The Sporting News named them the Rookies of the Year in their respective leagues. The voting was conducted by 289 big league players who returned a verdict on their elite peers.
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