Rawlings named Nolan McLean the National League Gold Glove winner at pitcher on Sunday night, making the Mets right-hander the first rookie pitcher in major league history to take the award. His wife, Avery McLean, marked the moment on Instagram.
She shared the Mets’ Gold Glove card to her Instagram Stories with a line above it:
“What an accomplishment, you are so deserving! 🤍” Avery McLean posted to her Instagram Stories.
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The Mets’ card shows McLean in pinstripes and a blue cap, glove in hand, beneath the words “Gold Glove Winner.”
The award capped a strong all-around season: a 12-10 record, a 3.16 ERA across 31 starts and 194 strikeouts in 179.2 innings, the most of any MLB rookie. He also picked off three runners and allowed six stolen bases, with opponents attempting only eight steals against him.
By winning the prestigious prize, McLean has also made history, becoming the first Met to win a Gold Glove since Juan Lagares in 2014 and the second Mets pitcher to do so after Ron Darling in 1989.
“I am so proud of you” – Nolan McLean’s wife, Avery, reflects on memorable 2026 season
On Oct. 4, Nolan McLean’s wife, Avery, posted to Instagram, reflecting on a memorable 2026 season.
“Happy Offseason! 🤍 What an incredible rookie year! I am so proud of you and everything you accomplished in your first year. So thankful I got to watch you chase your dreams. I can’t wait for next year, but for now, I’m definitely excited to enjoy the offseason at home!”
“Don’t wanna see a suitcase or an airplane for a few more months🤣. Thankful for all the friendships this year brought us both. So many memories we’ll cherish forever!” Avery McLean captioned her Instagram post.
Having made his MLB debut on Aug. 16, 2025, Nolan McLean posted a 2.06 ERA in eight starts that fall and carried it into his first full season, finishing with the best ERA among NL rookie pitchers with at least 100 innings. He is also in the conversation for NL Rookie of the Year, the winner of which will be announced on Nov. 9.
Edited by Raghav Mehta
