Corey Seager stands alone in Major League Baseball history as the only player to win two World Series MVP awards with different franchises: the Dodgers in 2020 (6 games) and the Rangers in 2023 (5 games). This achievement places him in rare company, sharing a pedestal with only a handful of postseason legends.
First MVP: Los Angeles, 2020
In the Arlington bubble during the pandemic, Seager led the Dodgers to their first title in 32 years. He batted .333 in the World Series with 2 home runs and 6 RBIs across 6 games. His performance was instrumental as Los Angeles defeated the Rays, ending a historic championship drought for the franchise.
Second MVP: Texas, 2023
Three years later, Seager arrived in Texas as a free agent after signing a $325 million, 10-year contract. In his first season with the Rangers, he shined again in October: batting .362 in the 2023 World Series against the Diamondbacks with 2 more homers. The Rangers won their first title in franchise history, with Seager once again the centerpiece.
Postseason Numbers That Tell the Story
| Season | Team | Average | Home Runs | RBIs | WS MVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Dodgers | .333 | 2 | 6 | ✓ |
| 2023 | Rangers | .362 | 2 | 6 | ✓ |
Legacy and Historical Comparison
Seager joins an extremely exclusive club. Before him, only Reggie Jackson (1973-1974) and Sandy Koufax (1963-1965) had won multiple World Series MVP awards. However, Seager is the only one to accomplish it with different franchises, adding a special dimension to his achievement. His consistency in October—a career postseason batting average above .290—solidifies him as one of the best October hitters of his generation.
FAQ
How many players have won two World Series MVP awards?
Very few. Besides Seager, only Reggie Jackson and Sandy Koufax accomplished it, but both with the same team (Yankees and Dodgers, respectively).
What was Seager’s contract with the Rangers?
He signed a 10-year, $325 million deal in December 2021, one of the largest contracts in baseball history at that time.
What is Seager’s career postseason batting average?
It exceeds .290, cementing him among the elite October hitters of his era, with over 50 postseason games played.
