- Tue Feb 18, 2025 6:50 pm
#6348
With Shohei Ohtani's recent MVP win and his return to pitching, the conversation around the value of pitchers in the MVP race is heating up. Ohtani's unique ability to excel both at the plate and on the mound raises an intriguing question: should we redefine what it means to be a Most Valuable Player in baseball?
Historically, pitchers have only won the MVP award 24 times, a stark contrast to the dominance of position players in this category. As Ohtani continues to break barriers, could we see a shift in how voters perceive the contributions of pitchers?
Let’s dive deeper into this. Do you think Ohtani's success will lead to more pitchers being recognized for the MVP award in the future? Or is the traditional view of the MVP as a position player too entrenched to change?
Additionally, with the Dodgers bolstering their roster and Ohtani's return to form, what are your bold predictions for the upcoming season? Will we see a pitcher win the MVP again soon, or will Ohtani continue to set the standard for what it means to be a dual-threat player?
Share your thoughts, predictions, and any experiences you have with players who have defied the odds in their careers!
Historically, pitchers have only won the MVP award 24 times, a stark contrast to the dominance of position players in this category. As Ohtani continues to break barriers, could we see a shift in how voters perceive the contributions of pitchers?
Let’s dive deeper into this. Do you think Ohtani's success will lead to more pitchers being recognized for the MVP award in the future? Or is the traditional view of the MVP as a position player too entrenched to change?
Additionally, with the Dodgers bolstering their roster and Ohtani's return to form, what are your bold predictions for the upcoming season? Will we see a pitcher win the MVP again soon, or will Ohtani continue to set the standard for what it means to be a dual-threat player?
Share your thoughts, predictions, and any experiences you have with players who have defied the odds in their careers!