Jacob deGrom recorded his 100th career win on June 1. This milestone has sparked debate about his Hall of Fame candidacy.
What Makes deGrom's Case?
DeGrom ranks second in fWAR among pitchers since 2015, behind only Max Scherzer.
His 2.61 ERA and 5.39 strikeout-to-walk ratio lead all active pitchers.
Jacob deGrom's Career Metrics
DeGrom has 260 starts and 1604.1 innings in his career. He is already in his Age 38 season.
MLB insider Jon Morosi compared deGrom's case to Felix Hernandez, who got 46% on his second Hall of Fame ballot.
Hall of Fame Prediction
Morosi notes that deGrom needs around 40 more wins and 500-600 innings to strengthen his case.
Getting over 2000 innings and 2500 strikeouts should push him over the top.
DeGrom has five All-Star selections, two Cy Young Awards, and a Rookie of the Year Award.
He got a ring with the Texas Rangers in 2023, but was recovering from Tommy John surgery.
The team deGrom goes into the Hall of Fame with will be the Mets, where he started his career and experienced most success.
DeGrom came up during the Mets' World Series run in 2015 and both his Cy Young Awards came with them.
His Hall of Fame candidacy will reveal a lot about voting standards concerning modern-day starting pitchers.
DeGrom's dominance and rate metrics make him a compelling Hall of Fame case.
He needs to remain dominant for another three seasons to reach the desired numbers.
This could be a tough ask for someone rapidly approaching 40.
DeGrom's career has been marked by injuries, but his pitching metrics are among the best.
Morosi's prediction sparks debate about deGrom's Hall of Fame chances.
The outcome will depend on how the ballot unfolds over the next three to five years.
DeGrom's case will be closely watched by MLB fans and insiders alike.
His legacy as one of the best pitchers of his generation is already cemented.
The Hall of Fame decision will be the final chapter in his illustrious career.