Aaron Judge Wins Player of the Year Award Over Ohtani

In the United States, Aaron Judge has been awarded the Baseball Digest/Inside Edge major league player of the year award for 2024, narrowly defeating Shohei Ohtani in a competitive voting process. Both players received equal first-place votes, but Judge's additional second-place votes secured his victory. This marks Judge's second consecutive win of this award, joining the ranks of other notable Yankees like Ron Guidry and Derek Jeter. Judge's impressive season included leading the majors with 58 home runs, 144 RBIs, and a remarkable OPS of 1.159, contributing significantly to the New York Yankees' success in clinching the AL East title. His batting average stood at .322, and he scored 122 runs, showcasing his offensive prowess throughout the season. Ohtani, who had a stellar year with the Los Angeles Dodgers, finished with 54 home runs, 130 RBIs, and a 1.036 OPS. He also made history by achieving the first 50-50 season in MLB, stealing 59 bases while batting .310 and scoring 134 runs. Despite his achievements, Ohtani has now finished second in this award for three consecutive years after winning it in 2021. The awards also recognized other standout players, with Tarik Skubal being named the top pitcher in the American League and Emmanuel Clase receiving unanimous recognition as the reliever of the year. This season's results highlight the intense competition and remarkable performances in Major League Baseball.