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Reds Rookie Sal Stewart Wins NL Rookie of the Month After Big April

His surge highlights how the Reds still need more bats around Elly De La Cruz.

Apr 25, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart (27) hits a two-run single against the Detroit Tigers in the sixth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
Apr 15, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Sal Stewart runs the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Players and coaches will wear No. 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day around the league. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • MLB honored first baseman Sal Stewart as the National League Rookie of the Month for April after a fast start to his debut season.
  • The 22-year-old hit .281 with a .373 on-base and .570 slugging, clubbing nine home runs with 29 RBIs and 20 runs in April.
  • Stewart previously earned National League Player of the Week for the opening series in Boston, when he logged seven hits in 13 plate appearances.
  • WLWT noted his production leads a lineup still seeking steady help beyond Stewart and All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz.
  • ClutchPoints, citing Ken Rosenthal, reported the Reds are unlikely to pursue a large long-term deal for Stewart right now due to payroll limits, even as peers like Kevin McGonigle and Konnor Griffin secured nine-figure extensions.