Next up on my list of the Cleveland Indians All-Time Team is the designated hitter. I am using a designated hitter for two reasons, one it’s an American League team so I am using American League rules, and two can stand watching pitchers hit. It’s like watching a newborn fawn trying to walk.
There were several considerations in this spot, Albert Belle, Hal Trosky, Ken Keltner, and Joe Jackson all received strong consideration here, but in the end, I went with Manny Ramirez.
Of all Indians outfielders since 1947 (If you read my last piece you’ll know why I chose 1947), Manny ranks 1st in RBI (804), Off (267.