MLB: Ranking Albert Pujols Among the All-Time Greats

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 09: Albert Pujols #5 of the Los Angeles Angels reacts to his third inning solo home run to reach 2000 career RBI's while playing the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on May 09, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 09: Albert Pujols #5 of the Los Angeles Angels reacts to his third inning solo home run to reach 2000 career RBI's while playing the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on May 09, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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(Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
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In 2001 Albert Pujols made his MLB debut. Since his debut, Pujols has made himself arguably one of the greatest of all time.

Now at the age of 39, Albert Pujols is a former rookie of the year, 3-time MVP and10-time All-Star. The slugger has also joined the 600 home run club, the 3000 hit club, and most recently he joined the club of players with 2000 RBIs.

But how does Prince Albert rank amongst five of the games greatest?

Could he possibly have a better career than some of the greatest to ever hit the field? Pujols is near the top in most offensive categories and he continues to rise. Pujols arguably still has a chance to be in the top five in HRs when he hangs up the cleats. When he finally does call it quits maybe the results on this list will be different but for now, here’s what we’ve got.

Let’s take a look, but before we do here is a look at some stats that will be used to compare Pujols to the great names on this list.

  • Games: 2728
  • Hits: 3110
  • AVG: .301
  • RBI: 2003
  • HR: 641
  • WS: 2

Now, let’s get to it!