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Ohtani Tops MLB DH Rankings as Spring Training Begins

2/28/2026

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Spring training for the 2026 MLB season is underway as ESPN's Buster Olney ranks the top designated hitters.
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers leads the list, having scored 280 runs over the past two seasons.
Kyle Schwarber has improved against fastballs.
Yordan Alvarez is crucial for the Houston Astros despite injury concerns.
George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays had an impressive season, ranking high in wRC+.

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Spring training for the 2026 MLB season is underway as ESPN's Buster Olney ranks the top designated hitters.
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers leads the list, having scored 280 runs over the past two seasons.
Kyle Schwarber has improved against fastballs.
Yordan Alvarez is crucial for the Houston Astros despite injury concerns.
George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays had an impressive season, ranking high in wRC+.