Why PCA is the front runner for NL MVP for the Chicago Cubs

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Shohei Ohtani are making the NL MVP race VERY interesting.PCA has emerged as the biggest threats to Shohei Ohtani’s MVP reign — and there’s a legitimate argument that he should be the front-runner right now.The Cubs star is doing it ALL: elite offense, game-changing speed, Gold Glove-level defense, and the kind of overall impact that shows up in the advanced metrics. He’s currently sitting at the top of the league in WAR while putting together an offensive season that nobody saw coming after his struggles in the second half of 2025.And then there’s the defense. PCA isn’t just a great hitter playing center field — he’s the best defensive center fielder in baseball, making plays that most players simply can’t get to. In this episode, Dan, Cody, and Matt break down PCA’s MVP case, his numbers, his defense, the Ohtani comparison, and what needs to happen over the final stretch of the season for him to take home the award.312 SPORTS PRO SHOP: https://bit.ly/4e7bqyvThe Best Replacement Windows And Doors At The Best Price. Chicagowindowguys.comMake sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.