The MLB offseason has been slowed by the holidays (and Scott Boras), but top executives and pundits rarely shy away from offering their opinion — especially if they're able to remain anonymous. MLB.com recently polled execs from across Major League Baseball and asked a simple question, "Who will win the AL and NL Rookie of the Year Awards in 2026?"
Some of the top talent evaluators in the sport believe it'll be a two-way race in the American League between Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle and Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage. The chase to win Rookie of the Year honors in the National League, however, appears to be split among three players.