An In-Depth Look at the Most Renowned Base Stealers in MLB History

Introduction

10.) Honus Wagner

• Honus Wagner was a member of both the Louisville Colonels and the Pittsburgh Pirates during his illustrious career.
• World Series Champion (1909)
• Led the National League in Stolen Bases five times (1901, 1902, 1904, 1907, 1908).
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

9.) Max Carey

• Max Carey was known for his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates as well as the Brooklyn Robins.
• World Series Champion (1905)
• Achieved the title of National League Stolen Base Leader ten times from 1913 to 1925, showcasing remarkable speed.
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

8.) Arlie Latham

• Arlie Latham had an extensive career, playing for various teams including the Buffalo Bisons, St. Louis Browns, Chicago Pirates, Cincinnati Reds, Washington Senators, and New York Giants.
• Stole 739 Career Bases
• Remarkably, he became the oldest player to compete in Major League Baseball, making his debut in 1909 at the age of 49.
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

7.) Eddie Collins

• Eddie Collins had successful stints with both the Philadelphia Athletics and the Chicago White Sox.
• 6 Time World Series Champion (1910, 1911, 1913, 1917, 1929, 1930)
• American League MVP (1914)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

6.) Vince Coleman

• Vince Coleman played for several teams during his career, including the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Mets, Kansas City Royals, Seattle Mariners, Cincinnati Reds, and Detroit Tigers.
• National League Rookie of the Year (1985)
• 2 Time MLB All Star (1988, 1989)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

5.) Tim Raines

• Tim Raines, known for his speed, played for multiple teams including the Montreal Expos, Chicago White Sox, New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, and Florida Marlins.
• 3 Time World Series Champion (1996, 1998, 2005)
• National League Batting Champion (1986)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

4.) Ty Cobb

• Ty Cobb made his mark playing for the Detroit Tigers and the Philadelphia Athletics, becoming a baseball legend.
• American League MVP (1911)
• Triple Crown (1909)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

3.) Billy Hamilton

• Billy Hamilton was a notable player for the Kansas City Cowboys, Philadelphia Phillies, and Boston Beaneaters.
• Twice crowned as the National League Batting Champion in 1891 and 1893.
• Led the National League in Stolen Bases five times during his career, specifically in the years 1889, 1890, 1891, 1894, and 1895.
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

2.) Lou Brock

• Lou Brock is well-remembered for his time with the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1964, 1967)
• Roberto Clemente Award (1975)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

1.) Rickey Henderson

• Rickey Henderson is famous for his extensive career, playing for multiple teams including the Oakland Athletics, New York Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, San Diego Padres, Anaheim Angels, New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Boston Red Sox, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1989, 1993)
• American League MVP (1990)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

Written by: David Green