Sal Stewart named National League Rookie of the Year

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart has won the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year Award. Stewart finished ahead of fellow finalists Carson Benge of the New York Mets and JJ Wetherholt of the St. Louis Cardinals to claim the honor on November 9, 2026.

Stewart became the ninth player in Cincinnati Reds history to win the award after playing in all 162 games. During his campaign, Stewart hit .263 with 32 home runs and 112 RBIs, breaking a franchise rookie RBI record that had stood since 1953.