The Ultimate List of the Ten Most Exceptional MLB Center Fielders Ever

Introduction

10.) Oscar Charleston

• Oscar Charleston had an impressive career, playing for several teams including the Indianapolis ABC’s, Lincoln Stars, Chicago American Giants, Detroit Stars, St. Louis Giants, Harrisburg Giants, Hilldale Club, Pittsburgh Crawfords, Toledo Crawfords, Indianapolis Crawfords, and Philadelphia Stars.
• Selected three times for the prestigious East – West All-Star Game (1933, 1934, 1935)
• Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1976

9.) Duke Snider

• Duke Snider represented teams such as the Brooklyn Dodgers, Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, and San Francisco Giants throughout his career.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1955, 1959)
• National League Home Run Leader (1956)

8.) Cool Papa Bell

• Cool Papa Bell showcased his talent with the St. Louis Stars, Detroit Wolves, Kansas City Monarchs, Santo Domingo, Homestead Grays, Pittsburgh Crawfords, the Mexican League, Memphis Red Sox, and the Chicago American Giants.
• 8 Time All Star (1933, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1942, 1942, 1943, 1944)
• Lifetime Batting Average of .337

7.) Tris Speaker

• Tris Speaker was a notable player for teams including the Boston Americans / Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Indians, Washington Senators, and Philadelphia Athletics.
• 3 Time World Series Champion (1912, 1915, 1920)
• American League MVP (1912)

6.) Mike Trout

• Mike Trout has been a key player for the Los Angeles Angels since his debut in 2011 and continues to play for them.
• 3 Time American League MVP (2014, 2016, 2019)
• Recipient of the American League Rookie of the Year Award in 2012

5.) Joe DiMaggio

• Joe DiMaggio was a standout for the New York Yankees, playing there from 1936 to 1942 and again from 1946 to 1951.
• 9 Time World Series Champion (1936, 1937, 1938, 1939, 1941, 1947, 1949, 1950, 1951)
• 3 Time American League MVP (1939, 1941, 1947)

4.) Ken Griffey Jr.

• Ken Griffey Jr. made his mark playing for the Seattle Mariners, Cincinnati Reds, and Chicago White Sox during his illustrious career.
• American League MVP (1997)
• Honored with the National League Comeback Player of the Year Award in 2005

3.) Ty Cobb

• Ty Cobb played for the renowned teams, the Detroit Tigers and the Philadelphia Athletics.
• American League MVP (1911)
• Triple Crown (1909)

2.) Mickey Mantle

• Mickey Mantle had an impressive tenure with the New York Yankees from 1951 through 1968.
• 7 Time World Series Champion (1951, 1952, 1953, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1962)
• Triple Crown (1956)

1.) Willie Mays

• Willie Mays is famous for his time spent with the Birmingham Black Barons, New York Giants, San Francisco Giants, and New York Mets.
• World Series Champion (1954)
• 2 Time National League MVP (1954, 1965)

Written by: David Green