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Discussions around MVP voting have revealed divergent perspectives among analysts. While some point to Ohtani’s superior performance at the plate, others have expressed dissatisfaction with rankings that favor players such as Ronald Acuña. The conversation evolved into a debate about the value given to designated hitters in MVP discussions. It is often seen that injuries and positional play significantly influence votes, but Ohtani’s commanding presence at the plate and his record-breaking achievements arguably place him in a different category altogether.