What happened: Kevin McGonigle of the Detroit Tigers took home the 2026 BBWAA AL Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year award.

Why it matters: McGonigle was raised just outside West Philadelphia and went home to Pennsylvania for his first All-Star Game. He had overtaken Munetaka Murakami to lead the AL Rookie of the Year poll back in June.

What to watch: Detroit turns to the offseason with four open spots on its 40-man roster.