**Ohtani's Jersey Reigns Supreme as MLB Playoffs Approach**

Shohei Ohtani, having made history as the first player in Major League Baseball to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season, continues to capture the hearts of fans. His jersey is once again the most popular in the league, according to the latest data from MLB and MLB Players, Inc. (MLBPI).

Alongside Ohtani, the 2024 season's rankings include a blend of well-known stars and emerging talents. Philadelphia Phillies All-Star Bryce Harper holds the second spot this year, as his team clinched their first NL East title since 2011. Aaron Judge, the Major League home run leader, continues his reign at number three after leading the Yankees to an AL East championship.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a strong showing in the top 20, with three of Ohtani's teammates making the list: Mookie Betts at number four, Freddie Freeman at number 18, and Clayton Kershaw at number 19, each making repeat appearances.

Notably, New York Mets All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor reached the highest ranking of his career at number five, and his teammate, first baseman Pete Alonso, re-entered the top 20 at number 15 for the first time since 2022. The diverse top 20 players include representatives from six nations and territories: Canada, Dominican Republic, Japan, Puerto Rico, United States, and Venezuela.

The most popular MLB player jerseys, based on sales from MLBShop.com of Nike jerseys since Opening Day, are as follows:

1. Shohei Ohtani, Los Angeles Dodgers
2. Bryce Harper, Philadelphia Phillies
3. Aaron Judge, New York Yankees
4. Mookie Betts, Los Angeles Dodgers
5. Francisco Lindor, New York Mets
6. Ronald Acuña Jr., Atlanta Braves
7. Juan Soto, New York Yankees
8. Jose Altuve, Houston Astros
9. Fernando Tatis Jr., San Diego Padres
10. Nolan Arenado, St. Louis Cardinals
11. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Toronto Blue Jays
12. Trea Turner, Philadelphia Phillies
13. Elly De La Cruz, Cincinnati Reds
14. Pete Alonso, New York Mets
15. Manny Machado, San Diego Padres
16. Freddie Freeman, Los Angeles Dodgers
17. Clayton Kershaw, Los Angeles Dodgers
18. Adley Rutschman, Baltimore Orioles