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Hall of Fame Players are truly heads and shoulders above the rest of the players in the league's history. See which players earned a bronze statue in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Pitchers

Pitchers are usually the team captains because they are chiefly in control of the game. Learn how starting pitching and closing pitching can make a difference in the win column. See more »

Catchers

Catchers are often under-rated aspect of baseball teams. Learn who were some of the greatest Hall of Fame catchers in the history of the game. See more »

First Base

First Base players need to be able to hit and field. Learn who were some of the great players at this position. See more »

Second Base

Second Base players need to be quick on their feet and great at the plate as well. See the Hall of Fame Second Basemen in this section. See more »

Outfielders

Outfielders are generally the biggest bats on the team, and sometimes the biggest players too. Find out who made the Hall of Fame as an outfielder in this section. See more »

Shortstop

Shortstop is perhaps the most important position in the infield because the position has to cover so much space. See who made the Hall of Fame as a shortstop. See more »

Third Base

Third Base players have to be great fielders since most hits are directed toward this position. See which magic gloves graced the third base position in the Hall of Fame. See more »

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Oscar Charleston

Oscar Charleston's catches were legendary as was his penchant for living large. His 11 homers against major-league pitchers in exhibition games ties for the highest total recorded. Find statistics for this Hall of Fame outfielder and first baseman.

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Max Carey

Max Carey was quick on the baseball diamond and known for his ability to steal bases. Beginning in 1911, Max became a fixture in the Pittsburgh outfield for 16 years. See how this Hall of Fame player got his start in the game and why he changed his name.

Robin Yount

When Robin Yount was hot, he was positively scorching. He won Gold Glove and MVP awards playing shortstop and center field for the Milwaukee Brewers, and even after an injury he tallied four consecutive .300 seasons as an outfielder. Get more stats.