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Top 7 :: Worst Alternatives to Albert Pujols as NL MVP
Top 7 :: Worst Alternatives to Albert Pujols as NL MVP
It seems almost ludicrous to say, but the most underrated player in baseball today may be Albert Pujols. Back when he was getting game-winning hits almost every day in 2006, the national talking points were that David Ortiz was unquestionably the best clutch hitter in baseball. Those who don’t know any better criticize his defense when statistics show that he is one of the best at any ...
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STLSportsMag — ... Seven alternatives to Albert Pujols for NL MVP, ranked in order by the level of injustice it would be if they actually won it [JoeSportsFan.com] ...

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