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Detroit Tigers' Kevin McGonigle leads AL Rookie of the Year race

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Detroit Tigers' Kevin McGonigle leads AL Rookie of the Year race
Summary

Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle is currently favored in the American League Rookie of the Year race. A recent poll indicates that McGonigle received 120 vote points, edging out Chicago White Sox's Munetaka Murakami, who has 119 points. McGonigle has posted a.333 batting average and a.929 OPS over his last 11 games. His season statistics show a.291 average and a.394 on-base percentage, both the best among AL rookies with at least 200 plate appearances. With Murakami sidelined due to injury, McGonigle has the opportunity to extend his lead as the season progresses.

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  • •McGonigle leads with 120 vote points in AL Rookie of the Year race
  • •Murakami trails with 119 points and is currently injured
  • •McGonigle's average stands at.291 with a.394 on-base percentage
  • •He is tied for second-most total bases among AL rookies
  • •Recent surge includes a.333 average over last 11 games
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  • 8:18 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers' Kevin McGonigle has the best chance to win the AL ROTY Award
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Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle is having a great season, which could win him the Rookie of the Year award.

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