Cal Ripken Jr., known as the "Iron Man" for his consecutive games streak, was also an impressive hitter throughout his 21-year MLB career with the Baltimore Orioles. He amassed 3,184 hits, including 431 home runs, and maintained a career batting average of .276.
Ripken recorded 1,695 RBIs and consistently showed power, hitting 40 doubles or more in seven seasons. While celebrated for his durability and defensive prowess, his offensive production made him one of the best-hitting shortstops in baseball history.
Nap Lajoie was one of the greatest hitters of the early 20th century, known for his powerful bat and remarkable consistency. Over a 21-season career, primarily with the Cleveland Naps (named in his honor), he compiled 3,252 hits and posted a career batting average of .338.
Lajoie won five batting titles, including an incredible .426 average in 1901, still one of the highest single-season marks in history. He recorded 82 home runs and 1,599 RBIs, excelling in an era dominated by small ball. His combination of contact hitting and power made him one of baseball's early legends.
Eddie Murray was one of the most consistent power hitters in baseball history, amassing 3,255 hits and 504 home runs over his 21-year career, primarily with the Baltimore Orioles. Known for his clutch hitting, Murray also drove in 1,917 RBIs, ranking among the all-time leaders.
He posted a career batting average of .287 and was one of only six players to achieve both 3,000 hits and 500 home runs. His switch-hitting ability made him a threat from both sides of the plate, and he remains one of the most reliable hitters of his era.
Willie Mays, one of the greatest all-around players in baseball history, was a formidable hitter throughout his 22-year career. He collected 3,293 hits, including 660 home runs, and maintained a career batting average of .302.
Mays drove in 1,903 RBIs and scored 2,062 runs, showcasing a blend of power and speed. He led the league in home runs four times and had eight seasons with 100 or more RBIs. Mays' offensive prowess, combined with his stellar defense and base running, solidified his status as one of baseball’s all-time greats.
Eddie Collins was one of the finest contact hitters in baseball history, amassing 3,314 hits over a 25-year career primarily with the Philadelphia Athletics and Chicago White Sox. Known for his speed and bat control, Collins posted a career batting average of .333 and scored 1,821 runs.
Though not a power hitter, he collected 1,300 RBIs and swiped 744 bases. Collins consistently ranked among the league leaders in hits, batting average, and on-base percentage, making him a key offensive force during the dead-ball era.
Paul Molitor was an exceptional hitter over his 21-year MLB career, accumulating 3,319 hits with a career batting average of .306. Known for his versatility and consistency, Molitor hit 234 home runs and drove in 1,307 RBIs, while also stealing 504 bases.
He had four 200-hit seasons and recorded 605 doubles, making him a key offensive force for teams like the Milwaukee Brewers and Toronto Blue Jays. Molitor’s ability to hit for average, combined with speed and power, earned him a spot in the 3,000-hit club and solidified his Hall of Fame legacy.
Albert Pujols was one of the most dominant hitters in baseball history, amassing 3,384 hits and 703 home runs over his 22-year career. With a career batting average of .296, Pujols drove in 2,218 RBIs, ranking second all-time in that category.
Known for his power and consistency, he had 14 seasons with 30 or more home runs and ten seasons with 100 or more RBIs. Pujols' combination of hitting for average and power made him one of the greatest offensive players of his era and a sure Hall of Famer.
Carl Yastrzemski was an outstanding hitter over his 23-year career with the Boston Red Sox, collecting 3,419 hits and 452 home runs. With a career batting average of .285, Yastrzemski also drove in 1,844 RBIs and scored 1,816 runs.
He won the Triple Crown in 1967, leading the league in batting average, home runs, and RBIs. Yastrzemski had seven seasons with 100 or more RBIs and remains one of the most iconic players in Red Sox history, known for his consistency and all-around offensive prowess.
Honus Wagner, one of baseball's greatest early hitters, compiled 3,430 hits over his 21-year career, primarily with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Known for his incredible contact ability, Wagner posted a career batting average of .328 and drove in 1,733 RBIs.
He also scored 1,739 runs and stole 723 bases, making him one of the most well-rounded offensive players of his era. Wagner won eight batting titles and was a consistent leader in doubles and triples, establishing himself as one of the premier hitters in baseball's dead-ball era.
Derek Jeter was a prolific hitter throughout his 20-year career with the New York Yankees, collecting 3,465 hits, the sixth-most in MLB history. Known for his clutch performances, Jeter maintained a career batting average of .310 and scored 1,923 runs.
Though not a power hitter, he hit 260 home runs and drove in 1,311 RBIs, while also stealing 358 bases. Jeter had eight 200-hit seasons and consistently delivered in the postseason, solidifying his reputation as one of the best offensive shortstops in baseball history.
Tris Speaker was one of the greatest contact hitters in baseball history, amassing 3,515 hits over his 22-year career, primarily with the Cleveland Indians and Boston Red Sox. He posted a remarkable career batting average of .345, the sixth-highest in MLB history.
Speaker drove in 1,529 RBIs and scored 1,882 runs, while also hitting 792 doubles, an all-time record. Known for his gap power and speed, he added 222 triples and stole 436 bases. Speaker's consistent offensive production and ability to hit for both average and extra bases made him one of baseball’s all-time greats.
Stan Musial was one of the most consistent hitters in MLB history, amassing 3,630 hits over his 22-year career with the St. Louis Cardinals. He posted a career batting average of .331, with 475 home runs and 1,951 RBIs.
Musial also scored 1,949 runs and hit 725 doubles, showcasing his ability to hit for both power and average. Known for his extraordinary consistency, Musial had 17 seasons with a .300 or better batting average and was a three-time MVP. His remarkable offensive numbers solidify his place among baseball's all-time greats.
Hank Aaron was one of the greatest hitters in baseball history, accumulating 3,771 hits and 755 home runs over his 23-year career, primarily with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves. He maintained a career batting average of .305 and drove in 2,297 RBIs, the most in MLB history.
Aaron also scored 2,174 runs and hit 624 doubles, demonstrating his power and consistency at the plate. Known for breaking Babe Ruth's home run record, Aaron’s offensive dominance spanned decades, making him one of the most iconic figures in baseball.
Ty Cobb was one of the most dominant hitters in baseball history, amassing 4,191 hits over his 24-year career, primarily with the Detroit Tigers. He posted a remarkable career batting average of .366, the highest in MLB history.
Cobb also drove in 1,944 RBIs, scored 2,245 runs, and stole 897 bases. Known for his aggressive playing style, Cobb led the league in batting average 12 times and had 11 seasons with 200 or more hits. His exceptional contact hitting and base-running skills made him a legend of the game.
Pete Rose is MLB's all-time hits leader, with 4,256 hits over his 24-year career, primarily with the Cincinnati Reds. Known as "Charlie Hustle," Rose posted a career batting average of .303 and scored 2,165 runs.
Though not a power hitter, he hit 160 home runs and drove in 1,314 RBIs, while also adding 746 doubles. Rose's relentless consistency and work ethic helped him earn 17 All-Star selections and three batting titles. His incredible ability to collect hits made him one of the most productive and celebrated hitters in baseball history.
