MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #4 - Jeff Ronchetti

Jeff, another all-time legend, has only gotten better with age. The all-time record holder in a number of categories, frankly continues to be the main reason the Goondingos ever have a chance. Jeff's unique resume places him firmly in this top 5 conversation just as he was 10 years ago when we issued this list. Jeff. Offensively? Jeff ranks 6th in hits (81), 6th in total bases (169), 7th in bases + (81), 7th in HR (25), 8th in batting average (.420), 8th in RBI (63), 10th in runs (53), & 10th in walks (39). His pitching ranks? Even better. Jeff is the all-time leader in both K's (268) and innings pitched (185), while also being 3rd in both Wins (16) and ERA (2.72). He's 4th all-time in WHIP at 1.19.

2x Champion

11x All-star

WP4 Cy Young

WP4 Title Game MVP

Perfect Game in WP4 Title Game

#5 Kevin Engasser

#6 Tony Donato

#7 Brandon McCullough

#8 Ken McCormick

#9 Allen Cruz

#10 Taylor Cheli

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter

MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #5 - Kevin Engasser

 No one has ever burst onto the scene the way Engasser did. Running almost a clean sweep of the awards in 2022, some compared his rookie performance to Matt Creamer's in 2013. But Creamer swept the awards, the only player to ever do that. Engasser followed up with an overwhelming performance, winning his 2nd Cy-Young in as many years, and posting just the 3rd 0.00 ERA in tournament history (among pitchers to throw at least 8 innings). He did that over 18 innings. He struck out 34 of the 36 outs he recorded. He's thrown 3 no-hitters in 6 career starts. He's given up 5 total hits in 33 innings, and has yet to give up an extra base hit in his career.

2023 Champion

2x Cy Young winner

2x All-star

2022 Top Rookie

#6 Tony Donato

#7 Brandon McCullough

#8 Ken McCormick

#9 Allen Cruz

#10 Taylor Cheli

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter

MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #6 - Tony Donato

 Another elite player who's status for WP18 remains unknown, Donato boasts one of the best resume's in tournament history. He's won just about everything there is to win, holding the record for Cy-Young awards with 3, taking it home in 2018, 2020 & 2021. Last season was not his best performance, but he still is clearly one of the best players in the tournament. While he's also a threat at the plate, Tony's at his best on the mound, where he boasts top 10's in a number of categories. He's 1st all-time in WHIP (1.04), 3rd in K's (171), 4th in ERA (2.79), 6th in wins (10) & 7th in innings pitched (98).

2x Champion

4x All-star

3x Cy-young

WP15 Title Game MVP

#7 Brandon McCullough

#8 Ken McCormick

#9 Allen Cruz

#10 Taylor Cheli

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter

MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #7 - Brandon McCullough

In just two seasons, Brandon McCullough has shown he can be considered a legit top 10 and difference making hitter. Making the leap in year 2, BMC has earned all-star appearances in both of his tournaments. Unfortunately, he missed out on winning a title with PA Pork in 2022. However, he returns to that squad this year after captaining Temp Agency in 2023. Brandon was highly coveted this offseason before ultimately returning to his original squad.

2x All-star

2023 Most Improved Player

#8 Ken McCormick

#9 Allen Cruz

#10 Taylor Cheli

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter

MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #8 Ken McCormick

McCormick's time in Wifflepalooza may be wrapping up, but he's built one of the best all-time resume's. A dual threat both on the mound and at the plate, Ken was dominant over a stretch that saw Bert win two titles and reach the final in 4 consecutive tournaments. Ken sits 4th in OPS (1.557), 5th in B+% (57.1%) and 7th in batting average (.435). On the mound, he's tied for 8th in K's (102), 8th in ERA (3.77), 8th in WHIP (1.62) and 10th in both Wins (7) and innings pitched (65).

2x Champion

5x All-star

WP14 Title Game MVP

#9 Allen Cruz

#10 Taylor Cheli

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter

MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #9 - Allen Cruz

Cruz returns to the tournament after a 1-year hiatus. One of the all-time greats, Cruz boasts one of the most decorated resume's of anyone in the tournament. He cracks the top 10 all time in OPS at 1.448 at the plate, but his prowess is best seen on the mound. Allen is top 10 in a number of pitching categories, including 5th in innings pitched (105), 6th in K's (135), 8th in wins (8) and 10th in ERA (3.87). Allen will be back on the mound as the Ironballs look to reach the top.

3x Champion

6x All-star

2014 Cy Young Winner

2020 Most Improved Player

#10 Taylor Cheli

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter

MLW Network's Top 20 Players Right Now : #10 - Taylor Cheli

Taylor has consistently been one of the top performing hitters over the last 5 years, and appears on our list for the first time. A 2x winner, Cheli will take control of his own team this year for the first time. Taylor ranks 3rd among active players in OPS (1.710), while boasting the 2nd highest batting average among active players as well (.508). Cheli is consistently a threat within a batting order and gets the new squad off to a good start.

2x Champion

4x All-star

2019 Top Rookie

#11 Mike Tedesco

#12 Dylan Clark

#13 Jake Lambert

#14 Sawyer Brown

#15 Kenny Weber

#16 Rick Fifer

#17 T.J Suppi

#18 Johnny Vandercrone

#19 Ryan Hutchings

#20 Al Etter