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Pennsylvania TedI would not even rate Cobb next to Ruth. In my opinion Cobb is overrated.....and, his cards are overpriced.
My 2nd choice for the greatest is a tie between Wagner and Anson. Like Ruth....Adrian Constantine Anson
was a winner.
He played 1st base for most of his 22 year career with Chicago (NL). In 1879, at the young age of 27,
he became their Manager. During his 22 years of being the player/manager, his Chicago team won the
NL Championship 1880, 1881, 1882, 1885 and 1886. Also, they came in 2nd place in 1883, 1888, 1890,
and 1891.
His career Stats......Hits = 3041.....HRs = 96.....BA = .334.......in 1884 he hit an amazing 21 HRs.
I certainly want Anson on my team. He is a real winner. So far, I have Ruth in RF.....Wagner at SS.....
and Anson at 1B.
T-Rex TED