MLB: Not Your Everyday Players – Current Household Names in Baseball
By Anthony Sosa
If someone is a baseball fan, they’ll more than likely know a majority of professional baseball players. However, they are only a few MLB players that are popular and talented enough to be household names.
What does it really take to be a household name in MLB? A lot of talent, plenty of recognition and a bit of marketing as well. Sometimes stats aren’t enough to gain popularity. Championships, record-breaking achievements and awards can earn attention.
A household name is typically a player that will be remembered from generation to generation. These players are the type that your grandparents tell you about. Names such as Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, Ken Griffey Jr., etc.
Household names are key for MLB because they bring in a lot of revenue for a sport that has a smaller following than the likes of football. Many people don’t have to even understand baseball to enjoy or respect a household player.
With the recent retirements of David Ortiz and Alex Rodriguez, other players gain more household respect. What current players have earned the household name honor? Let’s find out.