# PCA Having MVP Season, Nick Kurtz Best 1B in MLB? + Shohei Ohtani Dad Strength | MLB Power Rankings

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Podcast: [Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander](https://stenobird.com/podcast/flippin-bats-with-ben-verlander-3663614)
Published: 2026-06-22T22:13:00+00:00
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Is Nick Kurtz becoming the next superstar in Major League Baseball? On this episode of Flippin' Bats, we break down the incredible rise of Nick Kurtz, who is putting together one of the best offensive seasons in baseball at just 23 years old. From leading the American League in RBIs to posting elite numbers across the board, Kurtz is making a serious case as one of the game's best hitters—and perhaps the best first baseman in baseball. We also discuss Pete Crow-Armstrong's unbelievable MVP-caliber season and why, if not for Shohei Ohtani, he'd be right at the top of the National League MVP conversation. Plus, Shohei returns from paternity leave and immediately homers in his first game back. Also in this episode: ⚾ My dream Home Run Derby participants ⚾ This week's MLB Power Rankings ⚾ Team of the Week ⚾ The latest storylines from around Major League Baseball Who is your #1 team in MLB right now? Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:56 PCA MVP Numbers 4:41 HR Derby 9:43 Nick Kurtz 12:10 Around MLB 15:44 MLB Power Rankings 26:03 Team of the Week 30:27 East West Classic 35:12 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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