A twist ...
I think pitchers can be underrated. Top pitching is usually more valuable than top hitting when going for a World Series title.
This twist is in selecting the best players to win a World Series. Basically, give me the top pitchers, and I will dominate your top hitters.
So it goes (for pre ww2):
1 Walter Johnson - starter
2 Lefty Grove - reliever
3 Mathewson - starter
4 Satchel Paige - starter/reliever
5 Cy Young - starter
6 Alexander - starter
7 Ruth
8 Cobb
9 Wagner
10 Speaker
11 etc.
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