MLB Network recently unveiled its list of the top 100 players for the 2024 season, causing quite a stir among fans who have mixed feelings about the rankings. The release of the top 10 players has especially grabbed attention, leaving many wondering about the reasoning behind the choices. The rankings have faced criticism, particularly regarding the order of some well-known players. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment with MLB’s decisions.
One major point of contention is the placement of Shohei Ohtani, the dynamic new addition to the Los Angeles Dodgers and 2023 AL MVP, who is ranked lower than Mookie Betts and Aaron Judge. The top 10 players on the list include several standouts like Julio Rodriguez, Gerrit Cole, and Yordan Alvarez.
The top 10 MLB players on the list are as follows:
10. Julio Rodriguez
9. Gerrit Cole
8. Yordan Alvarez
7. Juan Soto
6. Corey Seager
5. Freddie Freeman
4. Shohei Ohtani
3. Aaron Judge
2. Mookie Betts
1 – Ronald Acuna Jr.
And Here’s what fans say about this:
this is very debatable
— n 💕 (@MsBeenHad) February 22, 2024
Heck no. No No No
— Nick (@USSHealey11) February 22, 2024
Crap list
— Daisygirl (@yhxjess) February 22, 2024
Soto over Yordan 🤣🤣🤣 HOW
— Astros 2024 Champs (@AstrosOptimism2) February 22, 2024
Shohei not being 1, alright i can understand, but FOUR?!? I dont think any of your analyst will agree with that one
— JasonBenettiSuperFan (@SweetBedordan35) February 22, 2024
Lol Mookie Betts is not better than Aaron Judge
— Lee Mencacci (@leemen614) February 22, 2024
Idk what the criteria is but if it had Ohtani lower than 2 it’s stupid criteria.
— Nick Lee (@NickLee51) February 22, 2024
Any list without Ohtani at 1 is immediately invalid
— Whizard (@WhizardData) February 22, 2024
Ohtani is a #1 MVP but took a season as phenomenal as Acuna Jr's to top him. 4 ranking is hilariously bias.
— Matthew Wescom (@KILNMESMALS) February 22, 2024
Fans are particularly dissatisfied about the positions of Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge and Ronald Acuña Jr. Interestingly, both the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees boast three players each in the top 10, highlighting their dominance. Ronald Acuna Jr., the current NL MVP, clinches the top spot, putting the Atlanta Braves in the spotlight as well.
The heavy representation of the Yankees and Dodgers has sparked debates not only about individual player rankings but also about team dominance. As the 2024 season approaches, fans are eagerly dissecting the rankings, adding to the excitement and anticipation in the baseball community.
