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National League Manager of the Year was awarded to Gabe Kapler in 2021 for his exceptional leadership of the San Francisco Giants. Under Kapler's guidance, the Giants defied expectations and won a franchise-record 107 games, capturing the National League West division title and advancing to the NL Division Series. Kapler's innovative approach, including the implementation of analytics and a focus on player development, was widely credited for the team's success.