Sal Stewart is among NL Rookie of the Year finalists, MLB Network announces

MLB announced the 2026 Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award finalists on MLB Network, and Cincinnati’s Sal Stewart was selected as one of the National League’s candidates for the top rookie honor.

The other NL Rookie of the Year finalists named during the same announcement were Carson Benge of the Mets and JJ Wetherholt of the Cardinals.

MLB also outlined the broader BBWAA awards field being revealed on the show, including Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, Cy Young, Relief Pitcher of the Year (new for 2026), and Most Valuable Player categories.

Winners are scheduled to be announced during the week of Nov. 9, starting with the Rookies of the Year.