The 9 best MLB players of all time

Babe Ruth

Transformed baseball with his power, hitting 714 HRs and pitching with a 2.28 ERA. Dominated his era and redefined the game, making him the greatest player of all time.

Willie Mays

Known for "The Catch" in the 1954 World Series, Mays hit 660 HRs and won 12 Gold Gloves. Excelled in all aspects of the game, making him the greatest center fielder ever.

Hank Aaron

Hit 755 HRs with a .305/.374/.555 line, 2,297 RBIs, and 3,771 hits. Remembered for breaking Babe Ruth's home run record and his enduring excellence on and off the field.

 Ty Cobb

Legendary hitter with a .366 average, 12 batting titles, and 4,189 hits. Known for his fierce competitiveness and strategic approach, holding the highest lifetime average.

Ted Williams

Greatest hitter ever with a .344/.482/.634 line, 521 HRs, and the last to hit .400. Revolutionized hitting with his scientific approach, missed prime years serving in WWII.

Lou Gehrig

The "Iron Horse" with a .340/.447/.632 line, 493 HRs, and 1,995 RBIs. Known for his consecutive-games streak and consistent high-level performance despite a career cut short by ALS.

Mickey Mantle

New York Yankees icon with 536 HRs, three MVPs, a Triple Crown, and 18 World Series home runs. Renowned for his switch-hitting power and speed.

Barry Bonds

A polarizing figure with a .298/.444/.607 line, 762 HRs, and 2,558 walks. Transformed into a superhuman slugger during the steroid era, breaking numerous records.

 Walter Johnson

Dominated with a 2.17 ERA, 3,509 strikeouts, and 110 shutouts. Known for his exceptional velocity and side-arm delivery, he's central to any "best pitcher ever" discussion.