- Aaron Judge is the early favorite to win his third American League MVP award this year at the end of the season.
- Through five games, the big Yankees slugger leads the AL in RBI, runs and homers while batting .400.
- I have the latest AL Most Valuable Player award odds from DraftKings plus a breakdown of the favorites and potential surprises as the MLB season gets underway.
The AL Most Valuable Player award is Aaron Judge’s to lose, right?
Judge is off to another hot start for the Yankees and his AL MVP odds have started to drop already. Is now the time to back the Judge? Or back off? Judge is a six-time All-Star, two-time MVP and plays in the biggest media market in the country. Those are all checks in his favor.
I think it’s time to look at Judge’s odds to be 2025 AL MVP and what other contenders could rise up and steal Judge’s throne.
AL MVP Odds
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AL MVP Race: Is it Judge Against the Field?
I’ve already seen the AL MVP odds drop on Aaron Judge and we’re not even a full week into the season. But the Yankees are always the lead topic in Major League Baseball and New York has started hot – helped by some new/controversial bat technology.
Judge doesn’t need a different bat to be the most feared slugger in the game. He’s belted 157 homers in the last three years and 350 RBI. The only thing that has stopped Judge has been injuries.
What remains to be seen is if Judge will have enough protection in the Yankees lineup to see enough pitches to hit. For now, Jazz Chisolm Jr. is batting fourth. He’s a singles, speed guy and he’s only batting .208 at the moment. One way that Judge doesn’t win MVP is if no one pitches to him.
Players to Watch in AL MVP Race
Bobby Witt Jr. is at +450 on the odds table and was second in the AL MVP voting last year behind Judge. Witt is only 25, younger than Judge, and led the league with 211 hits last year, but he’s suffers from playing for the (checks notes) Royals. There’s still a big market bias. He would need to have a monster season and the Royals would have to win 100 games for him to have a real shot.
Corey Seager (+1800) is the best value on the board in my opinion. Seager only got one vote last year after missing almost all of September with the Rangers with a sports hernia. Remember, Seager and the Rangers won the World Series two years ago. He’s started 3-19, but the Rangers are good. Seager can do it all.
Mike Trout is still on this list, but by this point, it’s name recognition only. He’s won three MVP awards, but it seems like a lifetime ago. He’s only 33, actually less than a year older than Judge.
AL MVP Longshots to Watch
Remember the name Junior Caminero (+7000), the Rays third baseman. He’s only 21 and he’s batting .389 already this season after playing 43 games last year. He’s dominated every level he’s been at in his career. The Guardians already regret trading him. Caminero has the power and athleticism to be an MVP. Maybe not this year, but in the future.
The last name I think deserves consideration is Alex Bregman (+8000). Bregman spent the last nine years with the Astros, banging his way to stardom. Bregman just turned 31 and is 5-18 in his last four games at the plate. Boston signed him to a three-year $120 million deal. He plays in a big market starving for good baseball and looks re-energized in a new uniform. He’s great value at these odds, because you know if Boston is playing big games in September, people will be paying attention.
As the MLB season progresses, the race for the American League MVP award is heating up, with New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge emerging as the leading contender according to odds makers. Judge, who burst onto the scene in 2017 with a historic rookie campaign, has continued to impress this season with his powerful bat and stellar defense.
Judge’s odds to win the AL MVP award have been steadily climbing throughout the season, thanks to his impressive statistics and impact on the Yankees’ success. As of now, Judge is leading the league in home runs and RBIs, while also boasting a high batting average and on-base percentage. His offensive production has been crucial for the Yankees, who currently sit atop the AL East standings.
In addition to his offensive prowess, Judge’s defensive skills have also been a key factor in his MVP candidacy. Known for his strong arm and ability to make highlight-reel catches in the outfield, Judge has been a valuable asset for the Yankees on both sides of the ball.
While there are other strong contenders for the AL MVP award, including Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays, Judge’s consistent performance and impact on his team give him a strong case for the award. If he can maintain his current level of play throughout the season, there’s a good chance that Judge will be taking home the AL MVP trophy at the end of the year.
Overall, Aaron Judge’s impressive performance this season has solidified his status as the leading contender for the AL MVP award according to odds makers. With his combination of power hitting, defensive prowess, and impact on his team’s success, Judge is proving why he is one of the most exciting players in baseball today. Fans will be eagerly watching to see if Judge can maintain his stellar play and bring home the MVP award at the end of the season.
