11 publishers · first seen Mon, 02 Nov 2026 02:20 UTC · updated Tue, 03 Nov 2026 02:19 UTC
Nolan McLean, the New York Mets' rookie pitcher, has made history by becoming the first rookie to win the National League Gold Glove Award. The 24-year-old right-hander secured the honor following his first full season in Major League Baseball, showcasing exceptional defensive skills. McLean's achievement marks the first Gold Glove for the Mets since Juan Lagares in 2014. His performance included a +4 outs above average, 40 of 43 defensive chances converted, and 24 assists, tied for the second-most among NL pitchers. McLean also picked off three runners over the season. His 12-10 record, 3.16 ERA, and 194 strikeouts in 179⅔ innings have solidified his place in the NL Rookie of the Year discussion.
The 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards recognized the best defensive players in Major League Baseball. Among the winners were Pete Crow-Armstrong, who secured his second consecutive National League Gold Glove in center field, and Ceddanne Rafaela, who won his second Gold Glove as a right fielder for the Boston Red Sox.
Content auto-generated. May contain inaccuracies.