Shohei Ohtani's Unprecedented MVP Journey: A Historic Feat for Baseball and the Los Angeles Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani is set to make history as a finalist for the NL MVP, likely winning unanimously after a record-breaking 2023 season as a designated hitter. This achievement places him alongside Frank Robinson as only the second player to win MVP in both leagues, and the first full-time DH to claim the title. Explore the dynamics of the MVP Award's history and the surprising trends in the Manager of the Year accolades. Despite leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to the best record in baseball, Dave Roberts was overlooked for the NL Manager of the Year, sparking a discussion on the award's criteria. The Dodgers' resilience through injuries under Roberts' leadership is also highlighted. Join us for an engaging analysis of Ohtani's remarkable season and the Dodgers' 2023 triumphs. Listen now for unique insights into these game-changing narratives. Be sure to subscribe to Locked On Dodgers wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube, and come back every weekday morning and spend your morning commute with two of the biggest Dodger fans you'll ever meet. Thanks for making Locked On Dodgers your first listen every day, and please tell your friends! For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. 0:00 Intro 5:17 Shohei Ohtani's MVP Case 10:56 Ohtani's Potential Future Achievements 17:34 Ohtani's Offensive Dominance 24:13 Dave Roberts and Manager of the Year 30:53 Manager of the Year Award's Impact Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SelectQuote Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON.SelectQuote - They Shop. You Save. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.