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BEST DEFENSIVE CATCHER

Ivan Rodriguez won a record 13 Gold Gloves at catcher thanks to his cannon arm and cat-like agility. “Pudge” threw out 46% of career basestealers and led his league in that category a record nine times. Rodriguez became a regular at age 19 and lasted until 39, catching a record 2,427 games.

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