In a recent discussion about ESPN's Top 100 MLB player rankings, several players expressed concerns that the list emphasizes hype over historical performance. Many players felt that rankings like Roki Sasaki's placement above proven star J.T. Realmuto exemplify this issue. Some anonymity-seeking players pointed out that the rankings seem to reward short-term success rather than sustained achievements, highlighting discrepancies, such as Francisco Lindor and Elly De La Cruz being ranked closely despite differing career records. Overall, the feedback reflects a disconnect between player performance and perception in rankings.
You have [Roki] Sasaki over J.T. Realmuto? In what world does that make sense?
You're basing a ranking on two months? I can't get on board with that.
There are guys on this list who have had a good two months over players who had good years.
I feel like there's a huge separation in actual performance and perception of potential.
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