Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle, 22, won the American League Rookie of the Year award Monday night in a televised presentation moments before Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart, 22, was honored as the National League Rookie of the Year.
Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle and Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart have won the American League and National League Rookie of the Year awards, respectively. McGonigle earned 28 of 30 first-place votes in the AL after leading the league with 7.1 bWAR. Stewart secured 20 of 30 first-place votes in the NL after becoming the first Reds rookie to hit at least 30 home runs and drive in 100 RBIs.
McGonigle slashed .278/.376/.430 with 18 home runs, 95 walks, and 97 runs scored across third base and shortstop. Meanwhile, Stewart hit .263/.330/.457 with 32 homers, 112 RBIs, and 15 stolen bases for Cincinnati. Cleveland Guardians pitcher Parker Messick and New York Mets outfielder Carson Benge finished as notable runners-up in their respective leagues.
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