2025 MLB All-Star Game MVP Betting Trends: Shohei’s Show

With the 2025 MLB All-Star Game approaching, bettors are locking in picks for MVP honors. Thanks to BetMGM’s latest insights, we now have a clearer picture of where public money is landing — and which sluggers could bring sportsbooks the most pain. Shohei Ohtani leads both the handle and ticket percentage, while players like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cal Raleigh, and Elly De La Cruz could turn into profitable surprises. Let’s dive into the key betting trends shaping the MVP race.

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Highest Ticket %: Public Loves Power

• Shohei Ohtani | 9.5% of Tickets
  
  Shohei Ohtani continues to dominate with 32 home runs, a .988 OPS, 12 stolen bases, and 60 RBIs. The public clearly trusts his two-way brilliance to shine on the All-Star stage, making him the most-picked player by ticket count.

• Pete Crow-Armstrong | 7.6%
  
  One of the breakout stars of 2025, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s 25 homers, 71 RBIs, and .847 OPS have vaulted him into All-Star recognition. Bettors see value in his power-speed combo and potential to make noise in a short showcase.

• Cal Raleigh | 6.9%
  
  Leading MLB with 38 home runs and ranking second with a 1.011 OPS, Cal Raleigh’s pure power makes him a dangerous MVP candidate. With 82 RBIs — tops in baseball — he’s a dark horse worth watching.

Takeaway: The ticket trends show a lean toward explosive hitters with high-impact tools. These picks reflect fan excitement and potential value from breakout or underrated stars.

Highest Handle %: Big Bets on Big Names

• Shohei Ohtani | 20.2% of Handle
  
  Not only is Ohtani the most popular pick by volume, but he’s also commanding the biggest wagers. His blend of offensive output and marketability makes him the biggest risk — and liability — for the books.

• Aaron Judge | 10.8%
  
  Second in the league with 35 home runs and boasting a blistering 1.194 OPS, Aaron Judge is surging into the All-Star break. With 81 RBIs, he remains a perennial MVP threat in these spotlight games.

• Ronald Acuña Jr. | 9.5%
  
  Despite a shortened season, Ronald Acuña has been red-hot: a .323 average, 1.025 OPS, 12 homers, and 39 runs in just 45 games. Bettors aren’t shying away from his elite production.

Takeaway: Big-money bettors are trusting the league’s most consistent power bats. Ohtani and Judge are proven All-Star performers who can swing a game — and the odds — in a flash.

Biggest Liability: Ohtani, Raleigh, and De La Cruz

• Shohei Ohtani
  
  With the highest share of both bets and money, Ohtani represents a worst-case MVP scenario for sportsbooks. His odds are short, and the payout could be heavy.

• Elly De La Cruz
  
  The electric shortstop has 25 steals, 18 home runs, and 63 RBIs. Though not leading in handle or tickets, Elly De La Cruz’s explosive skill set makes him a high-upside risk for books if he breaks out in the All-Star spotlight.

• Cal Raleigh
  
  His underrated campaign is drawing sharp action. If Raleigh goes deep in a key moment, books will feel the pain from those betting on value.

Takeaway: Books are heavily exposed to a mix of elite stars and rising power-speed threats. With the MVP vote hinging on a single standout moment, liabilities could shift in real time.

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The 2025 MLB All-Star Game MVP market is a high-stakes blend of superstardom, breakout potential, and betting volatility. Shohei Ohtani leads the charge both statistically and in public support, while Aaron Judge and Ronald Acuña Jr. bring strong backing from sharp bettors. Don’t sleep on rising names like Crow-Armstrong, Raleigh, and De La Cruz — in a single-game format, one swing or stolen base can make all the difference.