TJ Rumfield earns NL Rookie of the Month honors for June
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:47 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Colorado Rockies first baseman TJ Rumfield has been named the National League Rookie of the Month for June, marking his second consecutive month receiving this recognition. In June, Rumfield played 26 games, achieving a.316 batting average with 14 runs scored, nine doubles, five home runs, and 17 RBIs. He led all qualified NL rookies in multiple categories, including extra-base hits and total bases. Rumfield's defensive performance was notable as well, with only two errors committed over 594 innings at first base. Following his trade from the New York Yankees to the Rockies in January, he continues to make an impact in his rookie season.
- •Rumfield selected as NL Rookie of the Month for June.
- •Achieved a.316 average with 17 RBIs in 26 games.
- •Leads NL rookies in multiple stats, including doubles and total bases.
- •Combines offensive success with strong defensive metrics.
- •First Rockies player to win consecutive Rookie of the Month awards since 2022.
- 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — TJ Rumfield selected as NL Rookie of the Month for June
"It’s a back-to-back accolade for the Rockies first baseman.
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