Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani Make History with MVP Wins
The MLB community witnessed a historic moment on Thursday night as Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani were crowned MVPs in their respective leagues, further solidifying their places among baseball’s all-time greats. Shohei Ohtani’s Record-Breaking Season Shohei Ohtani captured his third MVP Award, his first in the National League after joining the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani’s remarkable […]
The MLB community witnessed a historic moment on Thursday night as Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani were crowned MVPs in their respective leagues, further solidifying their places among baseball’s all-time greats.
Shohei Ohtani’s Record-Breaking Season
Shohei Ohtani captured his third MVP Award, his first in the National League after joining the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani’s remarkable 2024 season was nothing short of historic, as he became the first MLB player ever to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single year. Finishing the season with 54 homers, 59 steals, and a stellar .310 batting average, Ohtani redefined versatility in baseball.
Ohtani’s dominance extended beyond the regular season. His performance helped the Dodgers defeat Judge’s Yankees in the World Series, securing the championship in just five games.
Aaron Judge’s Power-Packed Campaign
Aaron Judge, representing the New York Yankees, claimed his second MVP Award after an extraordinary season. Judge posted a near AL batting title-worthy .322 average, along with 58 home runs and an impressive 144 RBIs. His MVP win was hard-fought, beating out stars like teammate Juan Soto and rising talent Bobby Witt Jr. from the Kansas City Royals.
A Historic MVP Milestone
The MVP wins by Judge and Ohtani mark a rare milestone in MLB history. This is only the second time since 1931, when the BBWAA began MVP voting, that both winners were prior MVP recipients. The last instance occurred in 1955, with Yogi Berra and Roy Campanella claiming their third titles.
Additionally, it is just the eighth time that both MVP winners were former Rookie of the Year (ROY) honorees, underscoring their sustained excellence. Both Judge and Ohtani achieved the honor unanimously, joining an elite group of only 23 unanimous MVP winners in MLB history. Recent members of this exclusive club include Ronald Acuña Jr. (2023), Mike Trout (2014), and Bryce Harper (2015).
Cementing a Legacy of Excellence
The 2024 MVP victories of Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge are a testament to their unparalleled skill and dedication to baseball. As these two iconic players continue to leave their mark, fans eagerly anticipate the next chapter in their extraordinary careers.
