Most likely, Shohei Ohtani will win the American League MVP this year.
The Los Angeles Angels star has been one of the two or three best hitters in the AL, and his 44 homers rank third in the majors. Meanwhile he’s also been one of the best starting pitchers in the league, with a 3.28 ERA that puts him comfortably in the Top 10. It’s a combination of elite talents we haven’t seen since Babe Ruth.
During this legendary season, when Ohtani has overwhelmed most of his opponents, the Oakland A’s have been one of the only teams able to keep him at bay.