Top 5 First Basemen

This category was hard to narrow down to the top 5, but number 1 was pretty easy.

1. Albert Pujols (STL)- I don’t think there is any real argument here. Pujols is not only the best first baseman but arguebly the best player in the majors. If there is one batter I want up most in an at bat, it’s definitely Pujols.

2. Mark Teixiera (NYY)- It gets a little crowded after number 1, but I do believe Teixiera is the next best. His great offensive numbers along with his gold glove defense, make him my next pick in who I would want on my team to play first base after Mr. Pujols.

3. Miguel Cabrera (DET)- Since being traded to Detroit, I feel you hear a lot less about how great a hitter Cabrera is. Make no mistake, he is an extraordinary hitter. The last time Cabrera had less than 110 RBIs and under 26 homers was in his rookie year where in 314 ABs he hit 12 HRs and 62 RBIs.

4. Justin Morneau (MIN)- Probably will end up being the greatest Canadian first baseman ever. He has great skills all around, similar to Teixeira. However, I think Morneau is only slightly below Tex and Cabrera.

5. Ryan Howard (PHI)- Howard is an absolute beast at the plate. In the last three seasons Howard has jacked 153 HRs and has 431 RBIs. the only issue with him not being higher on the list is his low average and striking out nearly 200 times every season.