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How Astros' Yordan Alvarez is best player in MLB but not an MVP this year
TL;DR
Yordan Alvarez is currently considered the best player in MLB, despite the Houston Astros' poor performance this season. His individual excellence is overshadowed by the team's struggles, which impacts his MVP candidacy.
Key points
- Yordan Alvarez is considered the best player in MLB.
- The Houston Astros have the worst record in the American League West.
- Alvarez's MVP candidacy is affected by the team's struggles.
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The Houston Astros own the worst record in the American League West at 13-21, and there are plenty of issues with the team as a whole.
But Yordan Alvarez is one of the few players who is not an issue for the Astros. Instead, he's proving to be a nightmare for opposing teams to face this season.
USA Today's Bob Nightengale called him the best player in baseball, but he also doesn't believe Alvarez is the MVP this season for one clear reason: The Astros' struggles.
How Yordan Alvarez is best in MLB but not an MVP
"But the key phrase is 'Best Player,' not 'Most Valuable Player,'" Nightengale writes. "It's awfully hard to win the official BBWAA MVP award when your team is the worst in baseball - unless your name is Andrew Dawson."
The Astros slugger is one of the best hitters in the sport this season, and might be putting together an MVP-caliber season.
But, with how bad the Astros are this season, it's going to be hard for Alvarez, the "Best Player in MLB," to win the MVP award.
Q&A
Why is Yordan Alvarez considered the best player in MLB?
Yordan Alvarez is regarded as the best player in MLB due to his exceptional performance and ability to dominate opposing teams.
What factors are affecting Yordan Alvarez's MVP chances this year?
Alvarez's MVP chances are impacted by the Houston Astros' overall struggles, as team success often plays a significant role in MVP voting.
What is the current record of the Houston Astros?
The Houston Astros currently have a record of 13-21, which is the worst in the American League West.