There are many ways to approach the AL MVP ballot. The term “most valuable” is open to interpretation. Regardless of how you view a player’s value, one thing is clear when accessing the loaded crop of candidates in the American League – the Boston Red Sox are going to be a significant factor in this race.
The Red Sox have a pair of worthy candidates but which will be chosen by those leaning toward rewarding a player from the team with the league’s best record? The better all-around player or the slugger who made a valiant run at the Triple Crown?