The comparison between Jacob deGrom and Frank Viola highlights the complexities of Hall of Fame candidacy, as both share a WAR of 47, yet deGrom’s career has been hampered by injuries and lack of run support, leading to only 36 wins during his dominant stretch from 2017-19. Despite an impressive 2.51 ERA and 1,732 strikeouts over 1,436.1 innings, deGrom’s total wins may fall short of the typical Hall of Fame threshold, raising doubts about his future prospects. While his WAR could surpass 50, he may ultimately find himself alongside Ron Guidry as a notable player excluded from the Hall of Fame.
