"Shohei Ohtani is the guy, but I don't like DH" - Bill Nye the Science Guy backs potential NL MVP despite criticism of designated hitters

Shohei Ohtani has been taking the league by storm yet again this season. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar became the first player ever to record a 50 home run and 50 stolen base season in MLB history, likely securing the third MVP Award of his impressive career.

If Shohei Ohtani does indeed end up being named the National League MVP, he will make history yet again by becoming the first full-time designated hitter to win the award.

Even though he has been enjoying one of the best seasons ever, it has sparked a debate if a DH should be considered for an MVP Award. The debate has become so polarizing that even Bill Nye the Science Guy has given his input.

Bill Nye the Science Guy spoke with Matt Monagan of MLB.com, sharing his passion for the sport, as well as giving his opinion on all things baseball. One of the topics he was asked about a designated hitter potentially being named the MVP.

"Ohtani is the guy, but I don't like the DH. That's how old I am," Nye said of the designated hitter position.

Nye, who is 68 years old, explained that he has been a Seattle Mariners fan since 1977 and although the designated hitter was introduced in 1973, the universal DH is relatively new. That being said, Nye acknowledged that Shohei's injury is the only thing preventing him from contributing elsewhere across the field.

"I also didn't like it when guys were expected to pitch nine innings and get crippled. I didn't like that either. But Ohtani is a hell of a player and he'll probably be pitching again next year," Nye continued.

Despite undergoing the second UCL surgery of his career, Shohei Ohtani has been working his way back towards pitching again next season.

Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes has essentially ruled out the chance of Ohtani pitching in the postseason.

Shohei Ohtani's potential MVP Award as a DH has been a polarizing discussion

There is no denying that the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar has put together a truly special season. However, there has been debate centered around him potentially becoming the first DH to win an MVP Award.

On one side of the argument, Shohei has put together an offensive season that no one has ever seen before, thanks to his 53 home runs and 55 stolen bases.

For those opposed to the idea, they believe that New York Mets superstar Francisco Lindor is more worthy of recognition thanks to his contributions on both offense and defense. While both sides make valid arguments, it appears that it is Shohei's award to lose at this point.