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Shohei Ohtani is among the most popular baseball players in the world and his jersey sales prove it. The potential three-time MVP became a global sensation thanks to his incredible two-way abilities and domination at the plate. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar is a fan favorite and has the most popular jersey in the MLB.
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According to the MLB, Ohtani's jersey is the highest-selling jersey in the league. The Japanese superstar retains his crown, as he had the most popular jersey and led in jersey sales in 2023. Given the fanbase of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Ohtani's global appeal, it may be some time before he is dethroned.
The top players behind Ohtani in terms of jersey sales are Bryce Harper (2nd), Aaron Judge (3rd) and Dodgers teammate Mookie Betts (4th). National League MVP contender and New York Mets superstar Francisco Lindor also ranked high on the list, finishing 5th.
Because Ohtani merchandise is among the most popular in the league, it's unsurprising that he leads the league in jersey sales. Ohtani mania may not have been more on display than when the Dodgers hosted an Ohtani bobblehead giveaway and fans lined up around the block for hours trying to get their hands on the collectible.
Shohei Ohtani's historic 2024 campaign is another reason behind his top-ranked jersey sales
Another reason why Ohtani led the league in jersey sales in 2024 is he had a historic campaign for the Dodgers. Despite recovering from offseason elbow surgery, Ohtani was nearly unstoppable at the plate. He became the first player in MLB history to record a 50 home run and 50 stolen base season, finishing with 54 and 59 respectively.
Ohtani didn't just become the first player in MLB history to put up a 50-50 season. He is currently the frontrunner to win his third MVP Award. If he does secure the accolade, he will become the first full-time designated hitter to win an MVP Award. Given all that he has accomplished this season, it's easy to see why he would have the most jerseys sold this year.
