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Alvarez's historic MVP bid: Ruthian pace!
15 Jul
Summary
- Alvarez leads AL in hits, home runs, and RBIs.
- He rivals Babe Ruth and Barry Bonds' offensive pace.
- Alvarez is close to winning the Triple Crown.
Yordan Álvarez is having a historically dominant season, positioning himself as a leading MVP candidate. As of the All-Star break, he leads the American League in hits (111), home runs (31), and RBIs (70). His performance places him in rare company, with his current pace rivaling offensive seasons by legends like Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Barry Bonds, and Shohei Ohtani.
Beyond leading the league in multiple offensive categories, Álvarez demonstrates exceptional plate discipline and consistency. His .426 on-base percentage and .633 slugging percentage, contributing to a 1.059 OPS, underscore his offensive value. He also leads in runs created and extra-base hits.
The Houston Astros star is also pursuing one of baseball's rarest feats: the Triple Crown. He leads the league in home runs and RBIs, while trailing slightly in batting average at .318. If he secures the batting title, he would be the first Astros player and the first left-handed hitter since 1967 to achieve this honor.
Álvarez's current season ranks among the best offensive performances in Astros history, with an OPS+ exceeding all but Jeff Bagwell's. The remaining months will determine the ultimate legacy of his season, whether it is solely an MVP year or one of the greatest offensive displays by a left-handed hitter.
