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the cy young award is given to the pitcher of the year in the national league and the American league

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It is given to the best pitcher. One in the AL, and one in the NL. The award was named after 511 game winner CY Young.

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When was Cy Young Award created?

Cy Young Award was created in 1956.


Has AJ Burnett ever won a Cy Young award?

No. AJ Burnett has not won a Cy Young Award.


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