Brice Turang's strong season positions him in MVP discussions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Milwaukee Brewers second baseman Brice Turang is having a standout season as of August 8, 2026, having played in 112 of the team's 118 games. While Pete Crow-Armstrong is favored for the National League MVP, Turang's performance includes potential career highs in doubles, home runs, and OPS+. His defensive metrics show a significant improvement from the previous season, reinforcing his case for MVP consideration. Turang's historical performance indicates that combining strong offensive production with elite fielding could place him among past MVP candidates.
- •Turang played 112 games this season as of August 8, 2026.
- •He boasts career highs in doubles and home runs.
- •Defensive metrics indicate a return to elite form.
- •Turang is in the conversation for National League MVP.
- •He has improved significantly from last season's metrics.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Brice Turang and the 2026 MVP race
"He’s not the favorite, but he’s firmly in the race
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