Mookie Betts is having a moment—again. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, fresh off winning the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award for his philanthropic work, is reminding everyone why he’s one of baseball’s most electrifying players, just as the postseason heats up. His late-season resurgence at the plate has not only silenced doubters but also positioned the Dodgers as a serious World Series threat.
From Slump to Superstar: Betts’ Remarkable Turnaround
After a surprisingly quiet summer, Betts looked almost unrecognizable—his batting average dipped to .231 with a .355 slugging percentage and a .657 OPS by early August, numbers far below his usual MVP-caliber standards. But baseball is a game of streaks, and Betts flipped the script in dramatic fashion.
Over his last 32 games, Betts has been on a tear, batting .352 with a .578 slugging percentage and a .978 OPS. He’s launched seven home runs (four in September alone) and driven in 26 runs, looking every bit the player who finished second in NL MVP voting just a year ago. His .987 OPS since August 5 ranks him among the top 10 hitters in baseball over that span, and he’s even outpaced teammate Shohei Ohtani in some advanced metrics.
Inside the Numbers: Why Betts Is Dominating
What’s behind Betts’ hot streak? It’s not just luck. Statcast data shows his expected batting average (.361) and expected slugging percentage (.592) are even higher than his actual stats, meaning he’s hitting the ball harder and more consistently than almost anyone in the game right now. His
37.2% line drive rate leads all Major Leaguers since August 5, and no one has hit more balls in the “sweet spot” launch angle range during that stretch.
Betts’ combination of power, contact, and plate discipline has made him one of the five most valuable players in baseball over the past two months, according to Wins Above Replacement (WAR). Dodgers manager Dave Roberts summed it up simply: “He looks like Mookie”.
A Leader On and Off the Field
While Betts’ on-field heroics are grabbing headlines, his impact off the field is equally noteworthy. He was recently honored with the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award, MLB’s most prestigious recognition for community service and philanthropy. The award highlights Betts’ commitment to giving back, a legacy that extends well beyond his baseball achievements.
In a conversation with Commissioner Rob Manfred, Betts emphasized the importance of using his platform to help others, a value he shares with the award’s namesake, Roberto Clemente. For Dodgers fans and the broader baseball community, Betts’ leadership both in the clubhouse and in the community has become a defining part of his legacy.
What’s Next for Betts and the Dodgers?
With the postseason underway, Betts’ hot streak couldn’t have come at a better time. The Dodgers are counting on his bat—and his glove—to carry them deep into October. If his recent performance is any indication, Betts is more than ready for the spotlight.
For baseball fans, Betts’ story is a reminder of why we watch: even the best players go through slumps, but the true greats find a way to rise when it matters most. And with a World Series title within reach, Betts is proving, once again, that he’s among the game’s elite.
Key Takeaways
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Mookie Betts has rebounded from a midseason slump to become one of MLB’s hottest hitters, posting MVP-level numbers since early August.
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His advanced metrics suggest he’s hitting the ball as well as anyone in baseball, with a league-leading line drive rate and elite contact quality.
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Betts was honored with the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award for his outstanding community service and philanthropy.
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The Dodgers’ postseason hopes are riding high, thanks in large part to Betts’ resurgence at the plate.
As the playoffs unfold, all eyes will be on Mookie Betts—both for what he does between the lines and for the example he sets beyond them.
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