Standings:
This is probably the closest the league has ever been with practically every team, except Sunderland, competing all year long.
Community Shield:
In what was probably the best Community Shield game to date, the game was tied 6-6 by the 3rd inning. Blackburn's Reece Mitchell never looked like himself, especially after giving up a two-run home run in the 7th. In the end, Derby won its first championship after defeating Blackburn 10-6.
Awards
Young Player of the Year
Villa's 23-year-old shortstop wins this year's YPoTY. Scott greatly improved over last season by slashing .299/.349/.390 with 9 RBIs and 6 stolen bases. He was the only U23 player with more than 50 AB.
Pitcher of the Year
Sturgess was the clear cut winner of this year's pitching award after leading in wins(13) and WAR(4.1). Through 183.1 innings, Matthew struck out 94 batters while walking 44, collecting a 2.95 ERA and a championship ring in the process.
Player of the Year
Derby's Matthew Sturgess becomes the second player to win both the pitcher and MVP awards in the same season.