Carson Benge, JJ Wetherholt, Sal Stewart vie for NL Rookie of the Year

The race for the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year features three finalists: Carson Benge of the New York Mets, JJ Wetherholt of the St. Louis Cardinals, and Sal Stewart of the Cincinnati Reds. Wetherholt led all NL rookies in fWAR with 4.6, showcasing exceptional defensive skills and steady offensive contributions. Stewart leads in home runs with 32 but falls short in other metrics, while Benge combines solid offensive stats with strong base-running, achieving a 20/20 season. As debates over the award impact different perspectives on performance, the final decision remains pending.

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