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Recent National League Rookie news, rumors

  • Dodgers' Dustin May to undergo Tommy John surgery, out for season
    • Dodgers' Dustin May to undergo Tommy John surgery, out for season
    He finished the pandemic-shortened 2020 season fifth in National League Rookie of the Year voting....2021
  • • Dodgers, Corey Seager Avoid Arbitration
    The Dodgers and shortstop Corey Seager have avoided arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Seager, a client of the Boras Corporation, is set to earn a $13.75MM salary in 2021. Still just 26, Seager has already earned several honors in his career, including National League Rookie of the Year in 2016, NLCS MVP and…...2021
  • Former AL MVP Dick Allen dies at age 78
    • Former AL MVP Dick Allen dies at age 78
    Allen, the 1964 National League Rookie of the Year with the Phillies and the 1972 American League MVP with the White Sox, was one of baseball’s most feared hitters at his peak....2020
  • • Dick Allen Passes Away
    In saddening news, the family of iconic slugger Dick Allen announced on Twitter that the seven-time Major League All-Star passed away at his home in Wampum, Pennsylvania this morning. He was 78. Allen, the 1964 National League Rookie of the Year with the Phillies and the 1972 American League MVP with the White Sox, was…...2020
  • Brewers reliever Williams wins NL Rookie of Year
    • Brewers reliever Williams wins NL Rookie of Year
    Brewers reliever Devin Williams, who confounded the league with his untouchable changeup this year, was named National League Rookie of the Year,...2020
  • • MLBTR Poll: NL Rookie of the Year
    National League Rookie of the Year Award finalists have been announced. The voting will come down to Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams, Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth. Here’s a look at what they did this year… Williams was likely the most dominant reliever in baseball in 2020. The 26-year-old wasn’t…...2020
  • • Matt Duffy clears release waivers
    Third baseman Matt Duffy has cleared release waivers after being designated for assignment by the Rays and is now a free agent, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports (via Twitter). The Tampa Bay organization explored the trade market for Duffy before making the move to designate him and clearly didn’t find much in the way of interest. The 28-year-old (29 in January) was projected by MLBTR con...2019
  • • Ronald Acuna Jr. contract is unhealthy for MLB Labor peace
    The Atlanta Braves announced on Tuesday that they had agreed to a contract extension with reigning National League Rookie of the Year Ronald Acuna Jr. The deal will pay Acuna a minimum of $100 million through 2026. Atlanta also has $17 million club options for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. For the Braves it’s a great deal: For anyone hoping for labor peace and for an eventual work stoppage to be avoi...2019
  • • The latest Harper free-agent rumors
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2019
  • • This is how the Cubs could land Harper
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2018

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National League Rookie injury and suspension

  • • Dodgers' Dustin May to undergo Tommy John surgery, out for season
    He finished the pandemic-shortened 2020 season fifth in National League Rookie of the Year voting....2021
  • • Corey Seager to have Tommy John surgery, miss rest of season
    A rough first month of the 2018 season got worse for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday. The club announced All-Star shortstop Corey Seager will undergo Tommy John Surgery and miss the remainder of the year. Seager won the 2016 National League Rookie of the Year, was the NL’s Silver Slugger Award winner at shortstop in both 2016 and 2017, and made the All-Star team each year.He got off to a slow st...2018
  • • The Washington Nationals, employers of Trea Turner, drafted someone named Trey Turner
    If you’re a baseball fan, you probably know Washington Nationals star Trea Turner, the speedy shortstop who finished second in National League rookie of the year voting last year.But do you know Trey Turner, the right-handed pitcher from Missouri State University?MLB Draft watchers everywhere did a double take Tuesday night when Washington used its 10th round pick (313 overall) to draft Trey, addi...2017
  • • Seager rests again with mid-back discomfort
    Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager missed a second game on Sunday with mid-back discomfort, but manager Dave Roberts insisted the injury is minor, and he expects the National League Rookie of the Year Award winner to play by Tuesday....2017
  • • Seager rests again with mid-back discomfort
    Dodgers shortstop Corey Seager missed a second game on Sunday with mid-back discomfort, but manager Dave Roberts insisted the injury is minor, and he expects the National League Rookie of the Year Award winner to play by Tuesday....2017
  • • Jose Fernandez Had Cocaine, Alcohol in System at Time of Fatal Boat Crash
    2016
  • • Trevor Story Falls Just Shy of Shortstop Rookie Record for Home Runs
    2016
  • • Dee Gordon, Marlins' Tearful Salute to Jose Fernandez Is Transcendent MLB Moment
    2016
  • • Dodgers Clinch NL West: Highlights, Twitter Reaction to Celebration
    2016
  • • Bryce Harper Injury: Updates on Nationals Star's Wrist and Return
    2016

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National League Rookie lifestyle

  • • Jose Fernandez Had Cocaine, Alcohol in System at Time of Fatal Boat Crash
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez's Joy, Passion Create Lasting Memories on Tragic Day
    2016
  • • Dodgers Offense Needs Joc Pederson to Take Immediate Leap in 2nd Year
    2016
  • • Kris Bryant weighs in on his swim with sharks, engagement
    Kris Bryant engaged in some risky behavior this offseason that probably caused a few lumps in the throats of Chicago Cubs fans and likely some panic attacks by the team’s brass when he swam with sharks during a recent vacation in Hawaii. With spring training right around the corner, the Chicago Tribune’s Mark Gonzales touched base with the reigning National League Rookie of the Year to discover wh...2016
  • • Tommy Hanson’s death ruled 'overdose'
    Not long after word of Tommy Hanson’s death made it’s way to social media…the whispers of drug use started making the rounds. Because that’s what happens when an athlete suddenly dies of “catastrophic organ failure” at 29-years-old. First, it was just speculation.. Then, while the pitcher’s Major League Baseball brethren mourned his passing, came the claims that the guy Hanson was allegedly with a...2015

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National League Rookie trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Dodgers, Corey Seager Avoid Arbitration
    The Dodgers and shortstop Corey Seager have avoided arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Seager, a client of the Boras Corporation, is set to earn a $13.75MM salary in 2021. Still just 26, Seager has already earned several honors in his career, including National League Rookie of the Year in 2016, NLCS MVP and…...2021
  • • MLBTR Poll: NL Rookie of the Year
    National League Rookie of the Year Award finalists have been announced. The voting will come down to Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams, Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth. Here’s a look at what they did this year… Williams was likely the most dominant reliever in baseball in 2020. The 26-year-old wasn’t…...2020
  • • Matt Duffy clears release waivers
    Third baseman Matt Duffy has cleared release waivers after being designated for assignment by the Rays and is now a free agent, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports (via Twitter). The Tampa Bay organization explored the trade market for Duffy before making the move to designate him and clearly didn’t find much in the way of interest. The 28-year-old (29 in January) was projected by MLBTR con...2019
  • • Ronald Acuna Jr. contract is unhealthy for MLB Labor peace
    The Atlanta Braves announced on Tuesday that they had agreed to a contract extension with reigning National League Rookie of the Year Ronald Acuna Jr. The deal will pay Acuna a minimum of $100 million through 2026. Atlanta also has $17 million club options for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. For the Braves it’s a great deal: For anyone hoping for labor peace and for an eventual work stoppage to be avoi...2019
  • • The latest Harper free-agent rumors
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2019
  • • This is how the Cubs could land Harper
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2018
  • • No room in Yanks' OF? Get Harper anyway
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2018
  • • Is signing Harper best use of Giants' resources?
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2018
  • • The case for each NL Rookie of the Year finalist
    The National League Rookie of the Year race was tightly contested, with the three finalists each turning in an outstanding campaign worthy of recognition. The Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr., the Nationals' Juan Soto, and the Dodgers' Walker Buehler each shined in big moments for their respective clubs, making the choice for the Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award in 2018 a very difficult one. With ...2018
  • • Report: Cubs are open to offers for Bryant
    It seemed like Kris Bryant would be a Chicago institution when he backed up his 2015 National League Rookie of the Year Award with an MVP and World Series championship the following year. But as the Cubs enter a tricky offseason, indications are that any North Side star could be on the move -- including Bryant....2018

National League Rookie stats and results

  • • Would Evan Longoria Trade Actually Make the Los Angeles Dodgers Better?
    2016
  • • Corey Seager Fulfills Top MLB Prospect Destiny as Unanimous Rookie of the Year
    2016
  • • Guerra has value during Hot Stove season
    Though Brewers right-hander Junior Guerra did not appear on any ballots when the Baseball Writers' Association of America unveiled its National League Rookie of the Year Award results on Monday, it offered a timely reminder of just how good Guerra was as a 31-year-old rookie in 2016 and how valuable he could be if the Brewers opt to trade him this offseason....2016
  • • Corey Seager Wins 2016 NL Rookie of the Year Award: Voting Results and Comments
    2016
  • • Dodgers Clinch NL West: Highlights, Twitter Reaction to Celebration
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez's Joy, Passion Create Lasting Memories on Tragic Day
    2016
  • • Addison Russell's Rise Gives Cubs' Rivals Yet Another Big Star to Fear
    2016
  • • Kris Bryant Faces Winding Road to Add MVP to His Growing Resume
    2016
  • • David Ortiz Injury: Updates on Red Sox Star's Foot and Return
    2016
  • • Dodgers' Hyped Rookie Corey Seager Is Even Better Than Advertised
    2016

National League Rookie parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • Dick Allen Passes Away
    2020
  • • The case for each NL Rookie of the Year finalist
    2018
  • • Ryan Howard is still hoping for one more shot at a World Series ring
    Ryan Howard and his wife, Krystle, had something of a bet this offseason, a “friendly little thing,” as Ryan put it.Fans would approach Ryan in Philadelphia and tell him, “Great career.” Krystle interpreted the remark as congratulations for his accomplishments with the Phillies. Ryan would tell her no, that after his farewell ceremony at Citizens Bank Park last September, fans thought he was retir...2017
  • • Dee Gordon, Marlins' Tearful Salute to Jose Fernandez Is Transcendent MLB Moment
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez's No. 16 to Be Retired by Marlins
    2016
  • • Dodgers Clinch NL West: Highlights, Twitter Reaction to Celebration
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez's Joy, Passion Create Lasting Memories on Tragic Day
    2016
  • • Addison Russell's Rise Gives Cubs' Rivals Yet Another Big Star to Fear
    2016
  • • WATCH: Dontrelle Willis' great reaction to Giancarlo Stanton home run
    During Saturday’s game between the Marlins and Mets, Giancarlo Stanton launched a monster home run that hit the scoreboard in left field at Marlins Park. Perhaps just as enjoyable as Stanton’s blast was the reaction by a former member of the Marlins. Dontrelle Willis was on hand for the game as it was his bobblehead night at the stadium. While there for the festivities, Willis stopped by the broad...2016
  • • Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2016: Speech Highlights and Twitter Reaction
    2016

Top National League Rookie news

  • • Wong takes third place in NL ROY vote
    Trying to become the first Cardinals player to win National League Rookie of the Year honors since Albert Pujols in 2001, Kolten Wong had to settle for third in the National League voting behind winner Jacob deGrom and runner-up Billy Hamilton....2014
  • • Mets cruise to victory behind Matz, early runs
    Mets left-hander Steven Matz turned in seven brilliant innings, outdueling Indians ace Corey Kluber, and looking more like the National League Rookie of the Year contender he is expected to be this season, in a 6-0 win over the Indians on Sunday....2016
  • • Mets cruise to victory behind Matz, early runs
    Mets left-hander Steven Matz turned in seven brilliant innings, outdueling Indians ace Corey Kluber, and looking more like the National League Rookie of the Year contender he is expected to be this season, in a 6-0 win over the Indians on Sunday....2016
  • • Jose Fernandez Had Cocaine, Alcohol in System at Time of Fatal Boat Crash
    2016
  • • Mets defeat Marlins for seventh straight win
    deGrom's dominance set the tone early, and the Mets held off a ninth-inning rally to claim a 5-4 victory over the Marlins, extending New York's winning streak to seven straight. The 2014 National League Rookie of the Year now hasn't given up a run in 18 1/3 innings....2015
  • • Jacob deGrom Strikes out Side with 10 Pitches, Makes MLB ASG History
    2015
  • • Mets' deGrom named NL Rookie of the Year
    New York Mets right-hander Jacob deGrom is the winner of the National League Rookie of the Year Award....2014
  • • Best way to learn from Posey? Simply watch
    To his fellow Giants catchers, Buster Posey's Major League skills have an Ivy League quality to them. Whether it's by example or with occasional words of wisdom, Posey furthers the continuing education of San Francisco's receivers. Posey's curriculum vitae includes the National League Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player awards, three NL All-Star team selections and two NL Silver Slugger tr...2016
  • • Best way to learn from Posey? Simply watch
    To his fellow Giants catchers, Buster Posey's Major League skills have an Ivy League quality to them. Whether it's by example or with occasional words of wisdom, Posey furthers the continuing education of San Francisco's receivers. Posey's curriculum vitae includes the National League Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player awards, three NL All-Star team selections and two NL Silver Slugger tr...2016
  • • Torrid August earns Hoskins NL Rookie of Month
    One of the greatest starts to a career has earned Rhys Hoskins yet another honor he can add to his list of accomplishments: the National League Rookie of the Month Award for August....2017
  • • Mets send deGrom to hill for home opener
    For the first time since September, Citi Field will spark to life when the Mets face the Phillies Monday afternoon in their home opener. Reigning National League Rookie of the Year Jacob deGrom will oppose Phillies right-hander Aaron Harang in the matinee, which kicks off a three-game series and a 10-game homestand for the Mets....2015
  • • Jason Heyward to Cardinals: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
    2014
  • • DeJong is runner-up in NL ROY voting
    It took a historic season for the Dodgers' Cody Bellinger to deny Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong in the race for the National League Rookie of the Year Award....2017
  • • DeJong is runner-up in NL ROY voting
    It took a historic season for the Dodgers' Cody Bellinger to deny Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong in the race for the National League Rookie of the Year Award....2017

National League Rookie fantasy rankings and news

  • • Kyle Schwarber's Fluke ACL Tear an Early Test for Cubs' Sky-High Expectations
    2016
  • • Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best DraftKings MLB Pitcher Picks for May 26
    2015
  • • Mets Should Consider Trading ROY Jacob deGrom in Winter Blockbuster
    2014

National League Rookie schedule, game

  • • Who will win the MLB awards?
    The finalists for the major MLB awards were announced on Monday night. By and large, there were no major surprises. But now that we know who the contenders are, who will win? There are plenty of heated races. We’re not expecting much of one for either league’s MVP. But that’s not the case for some of the other awards. The National League Rookie of the Year figures to be a highly competitive race b...2018
  • • Buehler a finalist for NL Rookie of Year honor
    Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler is one of three finalists for the Baseball Writers' Association of America Jackie Robinson National League Rookie of the Year Award, to be presented next Monday on MLB Network at 6 p.m. ET....2018
  • • Dodgers move slumping Cody Bellinger down in lineup
    Cody Bellinger’s miserable 2018 season has now led to a big demotion in the batting order.The Los Angeles Dodgers decided to move the slumping 22-year-old slugger down to seventh in the lineup for Tuesday’s game with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bellinger, who had been batting fourth or fifth in the Dodgers’ lineup for the significant majority of the season so far, has not hit seventh or lower in nearl...2018
  • • Dodgers' Cody Bellinger dealing with food poisoning
    At 2-6 on the season, the defending NL champion Los Angeles Dodgers are off to their worst start in over three decades. The team simply has not been able to get it going offensively, boasting a .206 average with just four homers in eight games.Unfortunately, one major component in the team’s hopes of turning it around will not be available for Sunday’s game against the San Francisco Giants. Reigni...2018
  • • Winners and losers from first week of spring training
    We’re now one week into spring training action. And with less than four weeks to go before Opening Day, it’s important to know who’s thriving and who needs to pick it up a bit.One potential 2018 Rookie of the Year candidate is off to a roaring start. On the other hand, a prime candidate for 2019’s Rookie of the Year Award is going through something of a rough patch.Both the New York Yankees and Bo...2018
  • • Ryan Howard on talk of retirement: 'Kill that noise'
    Once one of baseball’s most feared power hitters, Ryan Howard has struggled in recent seasons. In fact, the 2006 National League MVP didn’t play in the majors in 2017 and is presently unsigned. But as spring training approaches, Howard is not ready to call it a career.“I’m still active, so we’ll see what happens,” Howard said, per TMZ Sports. “Right now, we’re kinda in the belly of the beast.”When...2018
  • • Will the Colorado Rockies’ rookie starting pitchers have an innings limit?
    In the first third of the the MLB season, the Colorado Rockies have a 33-22 record, good enough to be tied with the Arizona Diamondbacks for second place in the National League West. Both teams also have a five and a half game lead on the two wild card spots over the St. Louis Cardinals. For the Rockies, the main reason why they have done so well is their starting pitching. Colorado’s rotation has...2017
  • • Bryant's versatility on display in outfield stint
    Kris Bryant has a National League Rookie of the Year Award and a NL MVP Award on his resume over his first two seasons in part due to the versatility that has kept him in the lineup and contributing on a daily basis. Though he had started every game of the season at third base in 2017, he got a chance to showcase his outfield chops for the first time in Game 1 of Tuesday's twin bill with the Rocki...2017
  • • Ryan Howard is still hoping for one more shot at a World Series ring
    2017
  • • Dodgers Spring Training 2017 Preview: Predictions, Players to Watch and More
    2017

National League Rookie rumors, scandals

  • • Would Evan Longoria Trade Actually Make the Los Angeles Dodgers Better?
    2016
  • • Dodgers Clinch NL West: Highlights, Twitter Reaction to Celebration
    2016
  • • Yasiel Puig's Demotion May Mean He'll Never Again Wear Dodgers Uniform
    2016
  • • Red Sox's Bradley, Betts, and Bogaerts Give MLB a New-Age 'Killer B's'
    2016
  • • Dodgers' Subpar Offense Poised to Waste Another Historic Kershaw Year
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez Is Back with a Fury as Elite MLB Ace
    2016
  • • Dodgers Offense Needs Joc Pederson to Take Immediate Leap in 2nd Year
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez, Matt Harvey Blockbusters Need to Wait Until Next Winter
    2015
  • • How the Yankees Can Turn Brett Gardner into a Key Pitching Upgrade
    2015
  • • Tommy Hanson’s death ruled 'overdose'
    2015

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