This article highlights several Major League Baseball players who underperformed relative to their draft expectations in the 2023 season, impacting fantasy baseball teams significantly.

Julio Rodriguez and Randy Arozarena, both from the Seattle Mariners, struggled despite high draft positions, while Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt from the Toronto Blue Jays faced injuries and performance issues. Other notable mentions include Paul Goldschmidt, Gleyber Torres, Alexis Diaz, and Spencer Torkelson, each demonstrating disappointing results that left fantasy managers frustrated.

The 2024 fantasy baseball season has concluded, prompting a review of the top starting pitchers drafted. The analysis focuses on their performance against expectations, with a look ahead to 2025.

Spencer Strider's season was cut short due to an elbow injury, while Corbin Burnes performed solidly but fell short of expectations. Zack Wheeler excelled, achieving a career-low ERA and ranking high in wins and strikeouts. Yoshinobu Yamamoto had a mixed season marred by injury, and Luis Castillo faced challenges amidst a strong Mariners rotation. Kevin Gausman struggled, raising concerns about his future performance.

The Baltimore Orioles have seen former player Jack Flaherty excel with the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 2024 season, raising questions about his potential free agency value.

After a disappointing stint with the Orioles, Flaherty has bounced back, showcasing a strong performance that could earn him a $100 million deal. His current success contrasts sharply with his previous struggles, making his future uncertain as teams weigh his recent form against past performances.

The Detroit Tigers have defied expectations this season, transforming from a selling team to a playoff contender. After sweeping the Houston Astros in the Wild Card Round, they are now competing against the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS.

Manager A.J. Hinch is relying heavily on his bullpen, especially with the absence of key pitchers. Meanwhile, former Tiger Jack Flaherty, now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is poised to enter free agency with increased value following a bounce-back season.

The Toronto Blue Jays finished the 2023 season with a disappointing 74-88 record, landing fifth in the NL East. Despite high hopes for a World Series run, the team struggled significantly, especially by Memorial Day.

However, standout performances from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and a solid rotation featuring José Berríos and Chris Bassitt provided some silver linings. Guerrero Jr. rebounded with a .323 batting average, while Bowden Francis emerged as a promising pitcher.

On the downside, Kevin Gausman and Bo Bichette faced significant struggles, with Gausman’s ERA rising and Bichette posting a dismal .598 OPS due to injuries. The bullpen was also a major concern, finishing with one of the worst ERAs in the league.

Heading into the offseason, the Blue Jays need to address their bullpen issues and consider roster upgrades to remain competitive.