2023-09-11 10:01:31
Reporter Blum also voted No. 1 MVP for Otani last year: “People don’t understand”
Angels pitcher Shohei Ohtani, who is complaining of tightness in his right side, missed the game once morest the Guardians on the 10th (11th Japan time). This marks the first time in four years that he has missed seven consecutive games since 2019, when he had surgery on his left knee. Due to a ligament injury in his right elbow, it has already been decided that he will not pitch as a pitcher this season. Angels reporter Sam Blum of the American sports media outlet “The Athletic” talked regarding what will happen to the MVP race if he no longer plays in games.
Even if he continues to be absent, Blum asserts, “I think Ohtani will win the MVP. (If he were to miss out on the MVP) it would be a shock to me. He should win the award with a unanimous vote.” . Although he regrets that he will continue to be absent, “There’s no one that can even come close to him. Corey Seager (Rangers infielder) is having a good season. Kyle Tucker (Astros outfielder) is also good. But Ohtani… He’s going to win MVP. He’s going to win it with a unanimous vote. I’m very confident. He deserves it. No doubt regarding it.”
Last year, Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was named MVP following hitting 62 home runs, a new record for the American League. However, reporter Blum cast his first vote for Otani. The reason for this is, “People don’t realize how amazing he did as a pitcher last year.His pitching last year was comparable to his batting this year. If he can do that, no player will surpass him in the MVP race. That’s my personal opinion. 62 home runs is outrageous, and in any other season he would have been worthy of MVP. If he does well, he should win MVP.”
Otani’s “value” as a dual wielder emphasizes. Manager Phil Nevin has hinted at a return, saying, “He has a chance (to play) tomorrow,” but Blum said, “I don’t understand why he’s still playing (not finishing the season).” He is at risk due to an injury called inflammation in his side. If his condition worsens and he suffers a serious injury, it might further impact his free agency.” .
(Full-Count Editorial Department)
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