It's that time of year when we get to hear utterly ridiculous arguments as to why various undeserving players somehow deserve the MVP award. The two races this year are both intriguing, yet completely different. In the NL you have many very good players, but one, Albert Pujols, who is head and shoulders above the rest. In the AL the story is different, many solid players, but none of whom stand out. Here's my rankings:
3. Grady Sizemore- 3.48 WPA (5th) , 62.7 VORP (2nd), 8.1 WARP1, .374 OBP, .502 SLG, 38 SB/5 CS, "clutch" 0.64 (12th)
2. Dustin Pedroia- 3.29 WPA (6th), 62.3 VORP (3rd), 9.8 WARP1, .376 OBP, .493 SLG, 20 SB/1 CS, "clutch" 1.47 (1st)
1. Joe Mauer- 4.88 WPA (1st), 55.5 VORP (8th), 9.6 WARP1, .413 OBP, .451 SLG, "clutch" 1.42 (2nd)
These three would be followed by A-Rod, Kevin Youkilis, Carlos Quentin, Aubrey Huff, Josh Hamilton, Justin Morneau, and Ian Kinsler. Best of luck to all the candidates, may the most valuable player, and preferably the most noble, win.
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