Imagine a holiday where instead of exchanging gifts, you air your grievances—a day dedicated to calling out disappointments and sparking debates. Sounds unconventional, right? Well, that’s Festivus, the brainchild of Frank Costanza from Seinfeld, and it’s the perfect backdrop for our latest endeavor: Team Gripes: Top 100 NCAA Prospects for the 2026 MLB Draft. But here’s where it gets controversial—we’re not just ranking players; we’re inviting you to challenge our choices, disagree with our rankings, and even call us out for overlooking hidden gems. Think we’ve overrated a prospect? Say it. Believe we missed the next big star? Let us know!
Festivus, traditionally celebrated on December 23, is a secular holiday born from frustration with the commercialization of Christmas. While we’re skipping the aluminum pole and Feats of Strength, we’re fully embracing Frank Costanza’s genius tradition of the “Airing of Grievances.” For us, this means diving into the differences between our Team Top 100 NCAA List and the personal rankings we each hold dear. It’s a chance to debate, discuss, and maybe even spark a little friendly controversy.
And this is the part most people miss—Festivus isn’t just about complaining; it’s about honesty, transparency, and growth. By airing our gripes, we’re not only holding ourselves accountable but also inviting you, our readers, to join the conversation. Did we rank a player too high? Too low? Or did we completely overlook someone who deserves a spot? Your voice matters, and we want to hear it—whether in our comments section or during our own Airing of Grievances.
Yes, we’re celebrating Festivus eight days late, but as Frank Costanza would say, “It’s a Festivus for the rest of us!” This delay hasn’t dampened our enthusiasm; instead, it’s inspired a new tradition for our amateur scouting team. So, without further ado, let’s dive into our Team Gripes—a candid, unfiltered look at our NCAA prospects list.
“I’ve got a lot of problems with you people—and now you’re gonna hear about it!” – Frank Costanza
As the Director of Amateur Scouting, I’m proud to lead this team and share our work with you. Whether you’re tuning into Path to the Show on Bally Sports Live, catching College Baseball Now, or reading Prospects Live, know that we’re doing this for the love of the game—and for His glory.
So, what do you think? Do our rankings hold up, or do they deserve a grievance of their own? Let’s debate, discuss, and maybe even disagree—because that’s what Festivus is all about.
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Drew Wheeler
Director of Amateur Scouting | Prospects Live
