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Shohei Ohtani continues strong MVP chase with Dodgers in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 8:10 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Shohei Ohtani continues strong MVP chase with Dodgers in 2026

Summary

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is emerging as the favorite to win the National League MVP Award for the fourth consecutive time in 2026. In MLB.com's latest poll, Ohtani secured 161 points and 30 first-place votes, demonstrating his significant impact as both a pitcher and a hitter. He holds a.412 on-base percentage and a 1.58 ERA in his 13 starts this season, posting an 8-2 record with 86 strikeouts in 79 2/3 innings. While Ohtani leads in several offensive measures, he may lose the Cy Young Award to Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski. With plenty of the season remaining, Ohtani's performance continues to be a focal point for the Dodgers as he aims for another MVP win.

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By the Numbers

•Ohtani leads MLB with a 5.4 bWAR this season.
•He has a.297 batting average with 18 home runs.
•Ohtani is a six-time All-Star and starting designated hitter.
•He is batting.337 with eight home runs in June.
•The second half of the season offers more opportunities for both metrics.

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8:10 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani is running away with the MVP race

What they're saying

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Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani continues to cement his MVP case, as he is the runaway favorite to win the award in MLB.com's latest poll.
— Yahoo Sports

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