Ranking of the Ten Most Exceptional MLB Fielders Ever

Introduction

10.) Bobby Wallace

• Bobby Wallace had a career that included teams like the Cleveland Spiders, St. Louis Perfectos, St. Louis Cardinals, and the St. Louis Browns.
• Honorably Recognized with an Induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame
• Holds the remarkable record in MLB for the most extended career spanning 24 seasons without ever competing in a World Series.
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

9.) Omar Vizquel

• Omar Vizquel’s career featured stints with notable teams such as the Seattle Mariners, Cleveland Indians, San Francisco Giants, Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and Toronto Blue Jays.
• 11 Time Gold Glove Award Winner (1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2006)
• 3 Time MLB All Star (1998, 1999, 2002)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

8.) Ivan Rodriguez

• Ivan Rodriguez had a memorable career playing for teams including the Texas Rangers, Florida Marlins, Detroit Tigers, New York Yankees, Houston Astros, and Washington Nationals.
• World Series Champion (2003)
• American League MVP (1999)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

7.) Rabbit Maranville

• Rabbit Maranville contributed his talents to teams like the Boston Braves, Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago Cubs, Brooklyn Robins, and St. Louis Cardinals.
• World Series Champion (1914)
• Braves Hall of Fame Inductee
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

6.) Luis Aparicio

• Luis Aparicio built his legacy playing for the Chicago White Sox, Baltimore Orioles, and the Boston Red Sox.
• World Series Champion (1966)
• American League Rookie of the Year (1956)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

5.) Joe Tinker

• Joe Tinker was active with teams including the Chicago Orphans / Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Chicago Chi-Feds / Chicago Whales, and again with the Cubs.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1907, 1908)
• Federal League Champion (1915)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

4.) Cal Ripken Jr.

• Cal Ripken Jr. dedicated his entire playing career to the Baltimore Orioles between 1981 and 2001.
• World Series Champion (1983)
• Roberto Clemente Award (1992)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

3.) Brooks Robinson

• Brooks Robinson spent his professional years with the Baltimore Orioles from 1955 all the way to 1977.
• 2 Time World Series Champion (1966, 1970)
• World Series MVP (1970)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

2.) Mark Belanger

• Mark Belanger played for the Baltimore Orioles and later joined the Los Angeles Dodgers.
• World Series Champion (1970)
• 8 Time Gold Glove Award Winner (1969, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

1.) Ozzie Smith

• Ozzie Smith showcased his skills with the San Diego Padres and then the St. Louis Cardinals.
• World Series Champion (1982)
• Roberto Clemente Award Winner (1995)
• Career MLB Fielding Statistics

Written by: David Green