Today we continue our survey through MLB history, courtesy of Rally's WAR database. Last time, we looked at catchers. Now, we continue our march around the diamond and turn our attention to the most offensive (heh) of positions, the first basemen. For most of MLB history, first base has belonged to the slugger: hulking men who specialize in hitting the ball hard, far, and often. The typical first basemen has traditionally also been a poor fielder compared to other positions, though as you'll see many of the players who make our Top-14 list were at least considered above average fielders at their position.
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