Nick Kurtz of the Oakland Athletics and Drake Baldwin of the Atlanta Braves have been named MLB’s Jackie Robinson Rookies of the Year. Kurtz received all 30 first-place votes, hitting .290 with 36 home runs and 86 RBIs in his debut season. Baldwin, with 21 first-place votes, hit 19 home runs and drove in 80 runs, contributing significantly as a rookie catcher. This marks a notable achievement for both players, with Kurtz being the first A's rookie to win since 2009. The excitement continues as MLB announces further accolades, including managers of the year.

By the Numbers
  • Kurtz slashed .290/.383/.619 with 36 home runs and 86 RBIs over 117 games.
  • Baldwin registered 19 homers, 80 RBIs, and an .810 OPS in his rookie season.
State of Play
  • Kurtz became the 14th unanimous AL rookie of the year and the first A's player to win since 2009.
  • Baldwin is the first Braves rookie to win since 2022, marking the 10th such honor in franchise history.
What's Next

The MLB will continue its award announcements, including the managers of the year, creating anticipation for upcoming honors in the league.

Bottom Line

Both Kurtz and Baldwin's victories highlight a promising future for their franchises, showcasing young talent making significant impacts in Major League Baseball.