All-Time MLB Legends and their Modern Era Counterparts

by Joeyd011 - 45 cards (Last updated on Sep 20, 2016)


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Dec 27, 2015 - 1:31PM
ScottoftheBoro
Really cool list, comparing modern-day stars to the ones of yesteryear is always fun. I think that Posey actually is a better comp to Bench than Pudge; Rodriguez compares better to the original Pudge (Carlton Fisk) imo. Another good one that you didn't mention would be Harmon Killebrew and Jim Thome. Thome also compares well to Reggie Jackson too.
Dec 28, 2015 - 9:54AM
DarkSide830
Putting Johnson with Clemens makes sense, but ped era...be warned
Dec 28, 2015 - 9:58AM
DarkSide830
How about a comp to beltran or berkman? Those might be neat.
Dec 28, 2015 - 10:00AM
DarkSide830
How about Charlie Hough to LaTroy Hawkins? There is an easy comp in longevity.
Dec 28, 2015 - 4:04PM
Joeyd011
ScottoftheBoro, it's all subjective, and there are a ton of opinions out there. This list is still growing, and there are a few players that I haven't even bothered to compare yet with a ten foot pole. It's too tough. Posey is a good choice for Bench, I chose Rodriguez for the glove, but Posey is definitely a good choice. Any ideas for Babe Ruth, or Ted Williams?
Dec 28, 2015 - 4:17PM
Joeyd011
DarkSide830, thanks for your comments. It's tough, I'm trying to keep player positions the same or as similar as possible. With pitchers, I'm comparing righties with righties, and lefties with lefties. The steroid era does pose some challenges, especially with the obvious users like Bonds, McGwire, and Sosa, who would have easily made this list if they played clean. Clemens was more of a borderline choice in my opinion, but you're right. I like your Berkman and Beltran idea, I'll add those to the list shortly.
Dec 28, 2015 - 4:21PM
Joeyd011
Oh, and Killebrew/Thome, I'll add that soon as well. Great choice.


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