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Rookie of the Year Race: Skenes, Gil, and Rising Stars

3/19/2026

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Rookie of the Year betting remains unpredictable, with Paul Skenes (2024 favorite) and Luis Gil (surprise candidate).
Bettors should weigh a player's pedigree and path to playing time.
Carter Jensen, the Royals catcher, is a strong candidate due to offensive potential and more playing time as Salvador Perez ages.
Similarly, JJ Wetherholt, Cardinals' second baseman, has shown promise in the minors and will prove himself.

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Story summary

Rookie of the Year betting remains unpredictable, with Paul Skenes (2024 favorite) and Luis Gil (surprise candidate).
Bettors should weigh a player's pedigree and path to playing time.
Carter Jensen, the Royals catcher, is a strong candidate due to offensive potential and more playing time as Salvador Perez ages.
Similarly, JJ Wetherholt, Cardinals' second baseman, has shown promise in the minors and will prove himself.