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MLB News / Just Baseball / September 19
Just How ‘Final’ Is the AL Rookie of the Year Race?
For most of the 2026 season, Kevin McGonigle has held a strong lead in the AL Rookie of the Year Race. McGonigle’s rookie campaign has been one of the best in MLB history.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / September 18
The AL Rookie of the Year Candidate Nobody Is Talking About
When the 2026 Major League Baseball season comes to an end and the year's awards are handed out, the American League Rookie of the Year Award is going to go to Detroit Tigers infielder Kevin McGonigle.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12
Tigers’ AJ Hinch can’t imagine a rookie as good as Kevin McGonigle
With only 15 games left for the Detroit Tigers in the 2026 MLB regular season, it’s only a matter of time before they get mathematically eliminated from the postseason hunt.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / CBSSports.com / September 10
MLB Rookie Rankings: Kevin McGonigle finishes 2026 as clear No. 1; Mets' Nolan McLean surges back onto list
With the regular season winding down, the 2026 rookie class is going out with a bang
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9
Why Guardians’ Parker Messick must win AL Rookie of the Year over Kevin McGonigle
Kevin McGonigle may be the runaway favorite in the polls, but Parker Messick’s numbers tell the story of a pitcher who’s been dominant on a per-appearance basis in a way that should carry more weight than McGonigle’s everyday production.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 9
Why Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle must win AL Rookie of the Year over Parker Messick
Kevin McGonigle should win the American League Rookie of the Year award because no eligible rookie has provided a more complete body of work. Parker Messick has built a legitimate case for the Cleveland Guardians, but the Detroit Tigers infielder owns the stronger combination of production, availability, and all-around value.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 8
Tigers Rookie Broke Brutal 6-for-43 Slide With One Swing
The Detroit Tigers needed an immediate response after the Minnesota Twins scored in the first inning on Monday. Kevin McGonigle might have needed one even more.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / September 7
Riley Greene, Kevin McGonigle help Tigers top Twins to open series
Riley Greene had three hits, including a two-run home run, and the host Detroit Tigers held off the Minnesota Twins 5-4 on Monday afternoon. Greene's homer was his third over the last three games and his sixth extra-base hit during that span.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / September 5
Tigers Make Kevin McGonigle, Max Clark Move After Doubleheader Against Guardians
The Detroit Tigers are giving two of their young stars a break following a grueling day against the Cleveland Guardians. Kevin McGonigle and Max Clark were out of the lineup Saturday after both played all 19 innings during Friday’s doubleheader at Progressive Field.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 3
Tigers’ latest win can’t hide the ugly truth about their season
The Detroit Tigers' bullpen has not been up to task this summer. That's why the Tigers are unlikely to make the postseason.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29
Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle shocks Dodgers with clutch walk-off hit
The Detroit Tigers took home a 2-1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. It was an incredibly close game throughout, which was capped off by an amazing walk-off hit by rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 29
Kevin McGonigle, Javier Baez help Tigers tame Dodgers
Kevin McGonigle delivered a bases-loaded single in the ninth to drive in the winning run as the host Detroit Tigers topped the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 on Saturday afternoon.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 25
Kevin McGonigle Continues His Rise Up the Tigers’ Rookie Leaderboards
If one thing is for certain about the future of the Detroit Tigers, it's that it's in great hands with young players starting to take the reins. Since the beginning of the season, no other rookie for Detroit has stepped up and stolen the hearts of the Tigers fans more than Kevin McGonigle.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 22
Detroit Tigers Set to Welcome Another Rookie to the Big Leagues
The Detroit Tigers' season has been filled with debuts of the future stars for the franchise. From Kevin McGonigle making the team out of spring training to Hao-Yu Lee making a name for himself to Max Clark, who was recently called up, the future looks bright for Detroit.
Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 21
Kevin McGonigle Looks to Improve His Rookie of the Year Chances vs. Royals
The Detroit Tigers are in another must-win series situation against the Kansas City Royals for their final pit stop before returning to Comerica Park. Detroit is coming off back-to-back series defeats after dropping the series finale in Pittsburgh via a Pirates walk-off.
Detroit Tigers News / Just Baseball / August 20
Kevin McGonigle Is Exceeding All Early Expectations
The Detroit Tigers‘ improbable run to the postseason in 2024, followed by narrowly missing a chance to play for a World Series in 2025, pushed fans’ expectations for an aggressive offseason in 2026 sky-high.
Detroit Tigers News / Field Level Media / August 11
Kevin McGonigle’s 3 RBI help Tigers top Guardians
Kevin McGonigle drove in three runs and the host Detroit Tigers won for the eighth time in 10 games, topping the Cleveland Guardians, 6-4, on Tuesday. McGonigle had a two-run double and an RBI single, while Javier Baez scored two runs as the Tigers continued their push for a playoff berth.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / July 7
Tigers wunderkind Kevin McGonigle makes MLB history before All-Star break
Detroit Tigers rookie phenom Kevin McGonigle has set a rookie record.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 22
Yankees' rotation strategy backfires with Gerrit Cole's rough start vs. Tigers
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone may be second-guessing his decision to push back Gerrit Cole's start.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / June 9
Tigers' Kevin McGonigle is current favorite to win AL ROY award
McGonigle has made a rapid progression.
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21
Kevin McGonigle had unexpected rookie moment before Tigers home opener
Detroit Tigers rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle has wasted no time getting acclimated to the MLB level. McGonigle made the Opening Day roster after a stellar spring training, and as of May 21, he is hitting .285 with two home runs and 16 RBIs in 48 games.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 27
Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle staking early All-Star claim
Infielder Kevin McGonigle has been a revelation for the Detroit Tigers since making his debut in March.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 15
Kevin McGonigle becomes latest MLB rookie to cash in with massive Tigers contract
The youth are getting paid. On Wednesday, Detroit Tigers third baseman and shortstop Kevin McGonigle, 21, became the latest MLB rookie to sign a lucrative extension.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 3
Three MLB rookies who could be next in line for extensions
Three teams — the Milwaukee Brewers, Seattle Mariners and Pittsburgh Pirates — have handed out long-term extensions to their top prospects.
Detroit Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Kevin McGonigle's jersey number for Tigers has been revealed
Kevin McGonigle is pulling a George Costanza as he make his way to the big leagues. The Detroit Tigers announced the exciting news on Tuesday that their infield phenom McGonigle has made the team’s roster for Opening Day.
Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / March 24
MLB's No. 2 prospect makes Tigers' roster for Opening Day
After a great showing in spring training, rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle made the Detroit Tigers' Opening Day roster, the team announced Tuesday. The Pennsylvania native is baseball’s No.
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