shortlist
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But her role in propelling the Lynx to the league’s best record with a few weeks left of the regular season has also put her on the shortlist for MVP.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
It’s not to add Connor Storrie and Inde Navarrette to that stifling shortlist — it’s how much more talent there is waiting for a shot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
Ellison’s shortlist reportedly includes Georgia, Texas and Tennessee.
From Salon ● Aug. 11, 2026
The longlist, referred to as the Booker Dozen, will be whittled down to a shortlist on 22 September, before the winner is announced on 9 November.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Jolly was part of the first ever all-British shortlist for the award.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
