- Shohei Ohtani remains a two-way superstar and back-to-back unanimous NL MVP, but he hasn't pitched since July 3 — a fact that could weaken his case despite elite hitting and past pitching dominance.
- Pete Crow‑Armstrong is putting up MVP-caliber numbers (27 HR, 30 SB, MLB‑high 7.5 WAR, elite defense and .384 OBP) and is being touted as a current frontrunner.
- Analyst Danny Parkins argues PCA’s edge in defense, baserunning and overall value while carrying an injury-hit Cubs lineup — plus Chicago just swept the Dodgers — makes this a tight, conversational MVP race.
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