The article discusses the inevitable disappointments in minor league baseball prospects, highlighting that many players fail to live up to their potential. It brings attention to notable examples like Kevin Maitan and injuries affecting Michael Soroka. The discussion is prompted by recent coverage of prospect risers, with a follow-up planned to address the risers' counterparts—the fallers—implying a cyclical nature in prospect performance. Fans are encouraged to share their own personal disappointments regarding busts and discuss varying criteria for what defines a prospect as a bust.
There are lots to choose from, because, well, prospects go bust, all the time.
Michael Soroka had that one beautiful season before injuries took their ghastly toll.
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