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“Robbed” – Fans voice outrage over Carson Benge losing 2026 NL Rookie of the Year Award to Sal Stewart

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart was named the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year on Monday night, taking 20 of 30 first-place votes and 170 points in the Baseball Writers’ Association o…

By Kaushani Chatterjee · Sportskeeda

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 2:13 AM

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New York Mets fans reacted with outrage after outfielder Carson Benge finished second in NL Rookie of the Year voting.
Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart won the award after receiving 20 first-place votes and 170 points.
Stewart hit 32 home runs and drove in 112 RBIs while playing all 162 regular-season games.

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Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart won the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year Award on Monday, prompting outrage from New York Mets fans who felt Carson Benge was robbed. Stewart secured 20 first-place votes and 170 points from the BBWAA, while Benge finished second with seven first-place votes and 107 points. St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt placed third with 99 points.

Stewart earned the honors after hitting 32 home runs and driving in 112 runs across 162 games. Benge built a strong case by hitting .282 with 20 home runs, 22 stolen bases, and 4.3 bWAR, also earning recognition as a Gold Glove finalist in right field.

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“Robbed” – Fans voice outrage over Carson Benge losing 2026 NL Rookie of the Year Award to Sal Stewart

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