As the MLB season reaches its halfway point, Shohei Ohtani continues to be a leading contender for the MVP Award in the National League. With impressive statistics including a .289 batting average, 27 home runs, and 11 stolen bases, he leads the league in homers and slugging. Ohtani's uniqueness as a two-way player gives him an edge, even as his overall performance shows some decline compared to the previous season. Voter fatigue may impact his chances after winning multiple MVPs in recent years, despite his returning ability to pitch.
Ohtani's unicorn status as the only true two-way player in the sport will likely make him a frontrunner for the MVP Award every season.
His offensive numbers have not been quite as robust as they were last year, and he notably is not stealing bases anywhere near as frequently.
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