The Ultimate List of the Ten Most Exceptional MLB Designated Hitters Throughout History

Introduction

10.) Don Baylor

• Don Baylor had an impressive career with teams such as the Baltimore Orioles, Oakland Athletics, California Angels, New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and Minnesota Twins.
• World Series Champion (1987)
• American League MVP (1979)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

9.) Hal McRae

• Hal McRae had stints with the Cincinnati Reds and the Kansas City Royals during his time in the MLB.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1985, 2006)
• American League RBI Leader (1982)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

8.) Paul Molitor

• Paul Molitor is known for his time spent with the Milwaukee Brewers, Toronto Blue Jays, and Minnesota Twins in his successful baseball career.
• World Series Champion (1993)
• World Series MVP (1993)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

7.) Jim Thome

• Jim Thome contributed to several teams, including the Cleveland Indians, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Minnesota Twins, and Baltimore Orioles.
• Roberto Clemente Award (2002)
• National League Home Run Leader (2003)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

6.) Travis Hafner

• Travis Hafner made his mark playing for the Texas Rangers, Cleveland Indians, and New York Yankees.
• In 2006, a remarkable feat was achieved with six grand slams recorded in a single MLB season.
• Hit for the Cycle (2003)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

5.) Chili Davis

• Chili Davis showcased his talents with the San Francisco Giants, California Angels, Minnesota Twins, Kansas City Royals, and New York Yankees throughout his career.
• 3 Time World Series Champion (1991, 1998, 1999)
• 3 Time MLB All Star (1984, 1986, 1994)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

4.) Harold Baines

• Harold Baines had a notable career playing for the Chicago White Sox, Texas Rangers, Oakland Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, and Cleveland Indians.
• Silver Slugger Award (1989)
• 6 Time MLB All Star (1985, 1986, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1999)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

3.) David Ortiz

• David Ortiz made his name while playing for both the Minnesota Twins and the Boston Red Sox.
• 3 Time World Series Champion (2004, 2007, 2013)
• World Series MVP (2013)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

2.) Frank Thomas

• Frank Thomas is well-remembered for his contributions to the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, and Toronto Blue Jays.
• 2 Time American League MVP (1993, 1994)
• American League Batting Champion (1997)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

1.) Edgar Martinez

• Edgar Martinez is celebrated for his entire MLB career with the Seattle Mariners.
• Roberto Clemente Award (2004)
• American League RBI Leader (2000)
• Career MLB Batting Statistics

Written by: David Green