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Old 07-22-2023, 06:56 AM
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If we are talking about drafting a 9 man team, I am taking Honus Wagner. The gap from him to the #2 shortstop is bigger than from Ruth to the #2-8 corner outfielder. Bill James has Wagner as the #2 player of all time.

I would take Mays over Cobb, so I wouldn't pick him. Likewise, there is too much depth at pitcher to take Johnson (or Matty).
This! It's Wagner for me. Batting, base stealing, defensive skills and a leader.
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