Tigers' Kevin McGonigle reaches base 160 times before All-Star break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 6:42 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Kevin McGonigle of the Detroit Tigers has joined Mike Trout and Al Kaline as the only players under 21 to reach base at least 160 times before the All-Star break. At just 21 years old, McGonigle has recorded 98 hits and 59 walks this season, contributing to a.395 on-base percentage. His achievement highlights an impressive rookie season, and he is being considered a significant AL Rookie of the Year candidate as he heads into the All-Star Game in Philadelphia. McGonigle will have two more games before the break to potentially increase his tally.
- •McGonigle has 5.1 bWAR this season.
- •He is 21 years old and won't turn 22 until August 18.
- •He has 98 hits and 59 walks this season.
- •He heads into the All-Star Game with significant momentum.
- •He could improve his ranking with more games before the break.
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers' Kevin McGonigle joins only Mike Trout and Al Kaline in MLB history with incredible feat
"This is some incredible history for the Tigers rookie infielder.
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