The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Our readers and online followers voted for their favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more.
Here are the winner and runners-up in the “favorite Northeast Ohio professional athlete (currently active)” category.
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Winner: José Ramírez, Cleveland Guardians
José Ramírez continues to be a fan favorite across Northeast Ohio, not only for his talent and loyalty on the baseball field, but also for his commitment to the community. While serving as the third baseman for the Cleveland Guardians, he has also become a dedicated philanthropist, including partnering with local leaders to provide a youth baseball field in Cleveland’s Clark‑Fulton neighborhood. This project highlights his belief in opportunity, inspiration and investing in the next generation. mlb.com/guardians
Second place: Myles Garrett, Cleveland Browns, clevelandbrowns.com
Third place: Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers, nba.com/cavaliers