Baseball has a rich history in Puerto Rico, producing some of the most talented players to ever grace the field. Let's take a closer look at the top 16 Puerto Rican baseball players of all time, excluding Javier Baez and Carlos Baerga.
1. Roberto Clemente
Roberto Clemente is widely regarded as one of the greatest outfielders in baseball history. He was a 15-time All-Star, won 12 Gold Glove Awards, and was the first Latin American player to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
2. Ivan Rodriguez
Ivan Rodriguez, also known as "Pudge," was a 14-time All-Star and won 13 Gold Glove Awards during his illustrious career as a catcher.
3. Orlando Cepeda
Orlando Cepeda, a first baseman, was a seven-time All-Star and the 1958 National League Rookie of the Year. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999.
4. Roberto Alomar
Roberto Alomar, a second baseman, was a 12-time All-Star and won 10 Gold Glove Awards. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2011.
5. Juan Gonzalez
Juan Gonzalez, an outfielder, was a two-time American League MVP and a three-time All-Star. He was known for his power-hitting abilities.
6. Bernie Williams
Bernie Williams, a center fielder, was a five-time All-Star and won four Gold Glove Awards during his career with the New York Yankees.
7. Carlos Delgado
Carlos Delgado, a first baseman, was a two-time All-Star and hit over 400 career home runs. He was known for his power at the plate.
8. Edgar Martinez
Edgar Martinez, a designated hitter, was a seven-time All-Star and won two American League batting titles. He was known for his hitting prowess.
9. Yadier Molina
Yadier Molina, a catcher, is a nine-time All-Star and has won nine Gold Glove Awards. He is known for his defensive skills behind the plate.
10. Carlos Beltran
Carlos Beltran, an outfielder, was a nine-time All-Star and won three Gold Glove Awards. He was known for his combination of power and speed.
11. Jose Cruz
Jose Cruz, an outfielder, was a two-time All-Star and won two Silver Slugger Awards during his career with the Houston Astros.
12. Juan Pizarro
Juan Pizarro, a pitcher, was a two-time All-Star and had a career spanning 18 seasons in the major leagues.
13. Jose Vidro
Jose Vidro, a second baseman, was a three-time All-Star and won a Silver Slugger Award during his career with the Montreal Expos.
14. Juan Beniquez
Juan Beniquez, an outfielder, played for several teams during his career and was known for his defensive skills in the outfield.
15. Jose Oquendo
Jose Oquendo, a utility player, was known for his versatility on the field and played multiple positions during his career with the St. Louis Cardinals.
16. Jose Hernandez
Jose Hernandez, a shortstop, was a two-time All-Star and known for his defensive skills in the infield.
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*This list is not an official ranking. It is just an opinion of the editor of this blog.
