Analyst Says Pete Crow-Armstrong Could Dethrone Shohei Ohtani as NL MVP
Summary
Shohei Ohtani, a baseball player known for both pitching and hitting, has not pitched since early July this season. Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is seen by some experts as a possible candidate to win the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) award if Ohtani does not return to pitching.Key Facts
- Shohei Ohtani won American League MVP awards in 2021 and 2023.
- After joining the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ohtani won National League MVP awards in 2024 and 2025.
- In 2024, Ohtani did not pitch but made history by hitting 50 home runs and stealing 50 bases in one season.
- Currently in the 2026 season, Ohtani has 22 home runs and 6 stolen bases in 101 games and has not pitched since July 3.
- MLB analyst Sean Casey said Pete Crow-Armstrong could win the NL MVP if Ohtani does not pitch again because Crow-Armstrong is strong on defense.
- Crow-Armstrong is a two-time NL All-Star with a batting average around .288, 23 home runs, and a strong overall offensive record.
- Crow-Armstrong said he wants to win the MVP but acknowledges it is tough given Ohtani’s unique skills as both a pitcher and hitter.
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