The spotlight never seems to find Jacob deGrom. Noah Syndergaard’s blond flowing locks, brute strength, and blazing fastball demand attention. The high hopes and the justifiable concern that follow Matt Harvey like a shadow. And then there’s the return of Zack Wheeler and Steven Matz. All are worthy of attention, but take all of that away and deGrom still remains. His steady presence, calm demeanor, and undeniable talent demand that others pay attention.
When healthy, it is hard to say who is the true ace of this staff. Both Syndergaard and deGrom are the front-runners for that title, but considering how last season unfolded it might be deGrom’s title to lose.