Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge were named MLB MVP 2024. Ohtani made history with his 50/50 record and earned his third MVP, while Judge stood out with 58 home runs and 144 RBIs, earning his second award.
Two of MLB’s best players this season, who played pivotal roles for their teams all the way to the World Series, were named MVPs for the 2024 season. Shohei Ohtani, of the Dodgers, was awarded National League MVP, while Aaron Judge, of the Yankees, earned the honor in the American League.
Ohtani and His Monumental 50/50
For Ohtani, this marks his third MVP award and his first as a National League player, with previous wins in 2021 and 2023 as an American League standout. There was little doubt the Japanese superstar would claim the title, as his 59 stolen bases and 54 home runs made him the first MLB player to reach the extraordinary 50/50 milestone, a feat that virtually secured his 2024 MVP.
Additionally, Ohtani now joins an elite group as the 12th player in MLB history to win three or more MVP awards. He is tied with legends like Jimmie Foxx, Joe DiMaggio, Stan Musial, Roy Campanella, Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, Mike Schmidt, Alex Rodriguez, Albert Pujols, and Mike Trout. However, he remains far from the record-holder, Barry Bonds, who claimed an unprecedented seven MVP awards during his career.
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Judge Dominates the American League
On the other hand, Judge secured his second MVP title, with his first win in 2022 when he famously edged out Ohtani in a close race while both competed in the American League.
The blockbuster signing of Ohtani by the Dodgers led to both stars excelling in their respective leagues. While the Japanese phenom achieved the historic 50/50 mark, “The Judge” was no less impressive. Judge ended the season with 58 home runs, 144 RBIs, and 133 walks, showcasing his exceptional talent and cementing his dominance in the league.
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