Francisco Lindor and Shohei Ohtani in Heated Race for NL MVP

Lindor's heroics propel Mets toward playoffs while Ohtani eyes historic 50-50 season.

Francisco Lindor leads the National League in FanGraphs WAR with 7.4, slightly ahead of Shohei Ohtani's 7.0.
Despite Lindor's strong performance, oddsmakers favor Ohtani for the MVP award due to his superior offensive stats.
Lindor's recent game-tying home run against the Blue Jays sparked a crucial victory for the Mets, showcasing his clutch performance.
Ohtani is on pace to become the first player in MLB history to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season.
Lindor's defensive prowess and leadership have been pivotal for the Mets, who are fighting for a wild card spot.