MLB Preview 2017: Top 100 Players in the Game Today

100. Ender Inciarte – Atlanta Braves

It may be easy to overlook Ender Inciarte. The Atlanta Braves have struggled over the past couple of seasons, and his offense is still a work in progress. It is easy to overlook him, until one watches him chase down a ball in the gap.

One of the best defensive players that the MLB has to offer, Inciarte has become a human highlight reel, and a constant threat for a Web Gem. He earned his first Gold Glove award last year, leading National League center fielders with 26 runs saved, 12 assists, and four double plays. Rare was the ball that Inciarte could not track down.

Athough he is a defensive marvel, Inciarte has displayed potential offensively. He has little power, but his .291/.351/.381 batting line from 2016 shows that he could be a possible leadoff hitter. In each of his three seasons, he has increased his walks while cutting down his strikeout rate. While one would want to see more steals from someone with his speed, Inciarte could be a solid leadoff man in the coming years.

That could happen as soon as this year. Inciarte is showing a great deal of progress offensively, and the Braves have hopes of contending. With his contact oriented approach, and excellent speed, he could be the sparkplug for what may be a very underrated offense heading into the season.

Ender Inciarte has already become known for his Gold Glove caliber defense. With his solid offense, he is one of the best that the game has to offer.