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2026 MLB Rookie of the Year: Tigers' Kevin McGonigle, Reds' Sal Stewart win BBWAA awards
Kevin McGonigle of the Tigers was named the American League Rookie of the Year on Monday night as part of the BBWAA's awards week. The honor for McGonigle completes what was a stellar year for the former first-round draft pick.
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Kevin McGonigle of the Detroit Tigers was named the American League Rookie of the Year during BBWAA awards week. The former first‑round draft pick, who began the season with the Tigers, finished with a .278/.376/.430 slash line, 28 doubles, five triples, 18 home runs, 72 RBI, 97 runs, 12 steals and 7.1 WAR, the highest among AL position players. He also played strong defense, ran the bases well, and was selected to the All‑Star Game. McGonigle nearly walked as many times (95) as he struck out (100). The award recognizes his stellar 2026 campaign at age 21.
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