Here’s a bold statement: Jose Ramirez has officially become the most decorated player in MLB history to never win an MVP award. And this is the part most people miss—despite finishing third in AL MVP voting for 2025 with 19 of 30 third-place votes, Ramirez’s consistent excellence has yet to earn him the league’s top individual honor. But here’s where it gets controversial: Is the MVP voting system truly rewarding the most valuable players, or are factors like team success and narrative swaying the results? Meanwhile, Aaron Judge took home the AL MVP title, and in a surprising twist, Shohei Ohtani claimed the NL MVP—a testament to his unparalleled two-way dominance.
Shifting gears, the Guardians made headlines by naming Tony Arnerich as their new bench coach, marking yet another strategic hire from the Seattle Mariners’ coaching staff. But here’s the question: Is this a smart move to bring in proven talent, or are the Guardians risking their unique team culture by relying too heavily on external hires? Fans are divided, and the debate is heating up.
For those craving more Guardians insights, Quincy Wheeler and Nick Karavolos delivered a must-listen episode of Disgusting Baseball, breaking down the latest news and rumors surrounding the team. And in Arizona Fall League action, the Surprise Saguaros punched their ticket to the championship thanks to stellar performances from Trenton Denholm and Matt Jahec, who combined for five scoreless innings.
Here’s a thought to spark discussion: With Ramirez’s MVP snub and the Guardians’ coaching shakeup, is Cleveland’s front office doing enough to build a championship-caliber team? Or are they missing the mark? Let us know your take in the comments—this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!
