Continuing my 5 in 50 series, today’s team is the Tampa Bay Rays. This will be a list of the top 5 greatest players for the Rays in their history (the franchise started in 1998). The criteria are as follows: Player must have been part of team for at least 5 full seasons since 1972 (or in the Rays case in their history). Both regular season and post season success will be measured (statistical leaders, awards, et). Players on this list can be from any position. Multiple players at the same position can be included. I’ll list the major accomplishments for each player only for the team they are selected.
Here is my list of the top 5 greatest Rays players in their
history.
5. Ben Zobrist (2006-2014)- Played over 150 games 5 straight
seasons while playing 3 different positions (right field, second base and third
base). Finished in top 10 MVP voting in 2009
4. Carlos Pena (2007-2010, 2012)- 3 straight seasons of 30
HR and 100 RBI. 2009 AL Home Run leader.
3. David Price (2008-2014)-
2012 Cy Young award winner. Finished 2nd in Cy Young voting in 2010
2. Carl Crawford (2002-2010)- Stolen base leader 4 years. 7
years of 40 or more stolen bases.
1. Evan Longoria (2008-2017)-Finished 3 times in top 10 MVP
voting. 3 time gold glove winner.
Honorable mention to Kevin Keirmaier, James Shields, and Blake
Snell.
Notes. There were no surprises putting this list together. These
are the best players in their history. Not much to add.
Next up in the 5 in 50 series is the Toronto Blue Jays.
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