Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle has won the American League Rookie of the Year award after a stellar all-around season that sets him up to be a franchise cornerstone
Detroit Tigers player Kevin McGonigle has been named the 2026 Rookie of the Year by the American League. The 22-year-old infielder made his MLB debut in 2026. McGonigle led the Tigers in several offensive categories as a rookie, including plate appearances (707), hits (168), runs (97) and walks (95)…
Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle won the American League Rookie of the Year award, and Cincinnati Reds slugger Sal Stewart took home the National League honor Monday night.
McGonigle is first Tigers player to win the award since pitcher Michael Fulmer in 2016. Stewart was a force in the middle of the Reds’ lineup with 32 homers and 112 RBIs while playing in all 162 games.
Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle and Cincinnati Reds infielder Sal Stewart were named American League and National League Rookie of the Year, respectively, for 2026 on Monday night.
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