Seattle and Los Angeles Lead ALCS & NLCS MVP Contenders
As the American League Championship Series and National League Championship Series progress, early frontrunners are emerging in the race for MVP honors. Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh currently leads ALCS MVP odds at +260, while Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani is favored for the NLCS title at odds not specified in this report.
The Mariners hold a 1-0 series lead over the Toronto Blue Jays after a 3-1 victory in Game 1. Raleigh played a key role in the win, recording two hits, including a solo home run. Through 25 postseason at-bats, Raleigh is batting .400 with two home runs, 10 hits, and five RBIs. Other ALCS MVP contenders include Vladimir guerrero Jr. (+600),Jorge polanco (+700),Julio Rodriguez (+1000),George Springer (+1000),Randy Arozarena (+1700),Logan Gilbert (+2000),and Trey Yesavage (+2500).
Ohtani delivered a dominant performance in Game 1 of the NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies, striking out nine batters and allowing three hits and three earned runs across six innings. The competition for NLCS MVP remains open, with odds for other players not currently available.
The MVP awards will be determined based on performance throughout the remainder of the ALCS and NLCS, with the winners playing a crucial role in their team’s pursuit of a World series championship.
