NL Rookie of the Year debate centers on Sal Stewart and JJ Wetherholt

Wetherholt is on the 10-day IL with right wrist tendinitis

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 11 min read

Who should win NL Rookie of the Year: Sal Stewart or JJ Wetherholt? 🤔 https://t.co/GktaXQ4aTe Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: MLB Network put Sal Stewart and JJ Wetherholt at the center of the National League Rookie of the Year discussion. Stewart has also received recent Rookie of the Year support.

Why it matters: Wetherholt's absence adds an availability factor to the late-season award conversation. Stewart's production has kept him prominent in the race.

By the numbers: Stewart was recently cited with 28 home runs and 100 RBIs.

What to watch: Watch for Wetherholt's status during his 10-day IL stint and whether either rookie separates in September.

Sources

@MLBNetwork 2026-09-01T23:41:52.845146+00:00

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