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Dodgers Legends: Ranking the Top 24 All-Time
20 Jul
Summary
- Clayton Kershaw tops the list with 80.9 career WAR.
- Twenty-four players are ranked by career WAR.
- Eleven of the top 24 players are pitchers.
Baseball Reference has compiled a definitive ranking of the 24 greatest players to ever wear a Dodgers uniform, determined by career wins above replacement (WAR).
At the pinnacle of this esteemed list is Clayton Kershaw, a left-handed pitcher whose monumental 80.9 career WAR secures his position as the franchise's all-time greatest player.
The compilation features a strong contingent of pitching talent, with 11 of the 24 ranked players being hurlers. This underscores the historical importance of pitching excellence within the Dodgers' legacy.
Notable inclusions span different eras, from early Brooklyn stars like Dazzy Vance and Zack Wheat to icons such as Sandy Koufax, Jackie Robinson, and Duke Snider. The ranking also acknowledges recent additions like Mookie Betts, demonstrating the ongoing evolution of the franchise's storied history.
