#12
of 20
Home Run Baker
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Baker dominated his era with power that far exceeded league norms. Leading the league in home runs multiple times during the Deadball Era was significant dominance. His slugging advantage over peers was enormous in context. He also delivered strong averages and run production. His postseason performances reinforced his offensive reputation. Era context elevates his relative production dramatically. He was one of the earliest power prototypes at third base. Relative dominance secures his standing.
Career Numbers
.307
AVG
1,838
Hits
96
HR
987
RBI
235
SB
.805
OPS
Home Run Baker at No. 12
This slide covers number 12 of 20 in Top 20 Third Basemen in History of MLB Baseball: Home Run Baker. The career card for Home Run Baker shows 1,838 hits, 96 home runs and 987 RBI, with a .307 average. The card also lists a .805 OPS and 235 stolen bases. The Explore section links Home Run Baker's debut decade, the 1900s, and other players born in USA. Scott Rolen is ranked just above at 11; Manny Machado follows at 13. The ranking and the write-up above it are the list's editorial judgment; the career numbers come from the same tables as the player pages.