- Kriz Bryant is one of the most rising stars in the MLB Today. On April 17, 2015, Bryant was called up to the majors by the Cubs. He made his debut that day, going 0–4 with three strikeouts and grounded into a fielder's choice, but showed good defense in the 5–4 loss against the San Diego Padres.
- Manager Joe Maddon joked of this after the game, remarking, "We did bring him up for his glove." The following day at Wrigley, Kris recorded his first hit, an RBI blooper into center field off of San Diego's pitcher Tyson Ross.
- His patience showed in this game as he recorded three walks with no strikeouts, and he additionally tallied his first error and stolen base.
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- Named Bryce the 2015 player of the year.On October 31, Harper was named the National League winner of the 2015 Hank Aaron Award.
- On November 19, Harper was selected as the 2015 MVP by unanimous decision. With his MVP win, Harper became the youngest player to unanimously to win the MVP at age 23.
- Machado batted .286 after collecting 181 hits, along with 35 homeruns, 86 RBIs, and 20 steals.
- He finished fourth in the American League in MVP voting and won his second career Rawlings Gold Glove for his outstanding defensive play at third.