04-11-2002, 02:21 PM
Are we talking about "best hitter" or "best baseball player". Arpi originally was talking about greatest player.
When you talk about that. Sure, a lot of people have great offensive numbers, but you have to take serious consideration into Bonds speed and defense.
Most hitters had stone hands and were slow as dirt. Ted Williams is a great example. He was a defensive liability. If Gonzo's list is best hitters, Williams is top 3 without question. If it's top baseball players, he's not even considered for top 10. Bonds is the greatest all around when you consider hitting, defense, and speed. One could make a very valid argument for Ruth, but aside from him, I can't see anyone comparing with Bonds.
Edited By Galt on April 11 2002 at 10:27
When you talk about that. Sure, a lot of people have great offensive numbers, but you have to take serious consideration into Bonds speed and defense.
Most hitters had stone hands and were slow as dirt. Ted Williams is a great example. He was a defensive liability. If Gonzo's list is best hitters, Williams is top 3 without question. If it's top baseball players, he's not even considered for top 10. Bonds is the greatest all around when you consider hitting, defense, and speed. One could make a very valid argument for Ruth, but aside from him, I can't see anyone comparing with Bonds.
Edited By Galt on April 11 2002 at 10:27