I think most people go with who they saw as a kid or adult. I get that. I guess they way I look at it is if you were an owner and could pick any player to play 3B, who would it be.
If you look strictly at defense, it is hands down Brooks Robinson.
If you look strictly at offense, it is probably Schmidt with Brett a close 2nd.
I never saw Brooks play in his prime but he would be my vote. What he lacked in offense compared to Schmidt and Brett, he made up in defense. Ask the 70 Reds about hitting to him in the series. I am not sure if you could ever calculate it but it would be interesting to know how many runs he saved by his sensational play at 3B.
Mark
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