Former Reds icon makes Sal Stewart's case against JJ Wetherholt even stronger

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart leads all National League rookies in home runs (25), RBI (87), and slugging percentage (.475), while also surpassing St. Louis Cardinals infielder JJ Wetherholt in most offensive categories including hits, batting average, and OPS. Although Wetherholt holds a significant advantage in Wins Above Replacement due to his elite defense, the article argues this metric is imprecise and that Stewart's offensive production should make him the favorite for NL Rookie of the Year. The article compares Wetherholt's defensive abilities to former Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips, who was inducted into the Reds Hall of Fame this year and won four Gold Gloves during his career.

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