Season 6 Sam Robinson Award

The Sam Robinson Award is intended for the player who most exemplifies the traits that have made Mr. Robinson such a closely-followed player: diligence, dedication to his craft, and an obstinate refusal to listen to the advice of those around him. Those who would say, "Aren't you supposed to hit the ball?" Or, "I hear Lowe's is hiring...I'm just saying." Or, "You know, maybe baseball isn't for you. Have you ever thought about working at Arby's?" Without further ado, here are the finalists...

2^nd Runner up: Vic Suarez

Set career high in season 6 with a .528 OPS. Hit an extra-base hit once every 232 at-bats. In two of his six seasons at Triple-A, he failed to get a single extra-base hit.

1^st Runner up: Arthur Murphy

Spent the first four years in Gleeman World getting shelled in Rookie ball. Came perilously close to success in Low A before rounding back into form in High A and reaching new heights (at least his ERA did) in Triple A. Career OPS against of .928. Issued 318 walks in 489.2 innings.

And the Sammy goes to…

Eric Roberts

Career OPS against of .946. Career ERA of 7.27 despite respectable walk and strikeout totals of 180 and 372, respectively, in 497.2 innings. Only danger of success came in 25 innings of High A in season one and a 103 inning Rookie ball stint in season five at age 26. Somehow is a perfect six for six in career save opportunities.