Vern Gagne Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Not an easy one to answer. Just wanted to get some talk going.
Damaramu Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Hmm...........for the Eagles? Dunno. For the Sooners? Jason White is pretty much the best QB in OU history.....and probably the best player.
the max Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 NHL: Boston Bruins: Bobby Orr. Revolutionized the position. NBA: Boston Celtics: Larry fucking Bird. MLB: Boston Red Sox: Ted Williams. Never saw him play obviously, but he's the greatest hitter for average ever.
Dr. Tom Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 I guess this isn't sport-specific. Baltimore Orioles: Cal Ripken Jr. Besides The Streak, Ripken had over 3000 hits, over 400 HR, and was a tremendous ambassador for the game of baseball when it needed one most. When fan apathy was highest after the 1994 strike, Ripken brought people to the ballparks in droves as he chased and passed Lou Gehrig's record, often signing autographs for hours after the game. A class act, a great player, and an easy first-ballot HOFer. Baltimore Ravens: Ray Lewis. A case could be made for JAMAL~! but Ray has the larger body of work so far. He's a dominating force on defense, strong enough to fight past most blocks, and fast enough to catch running backs in the open field. He's also been an excellent leader of the Ravens's great defense, and has personally taken several younger players under his wing and straightened them out. Rockin' Ray is considered by many to be the best MLB who ever stapped onto the field, and he's now coached by a guy who was a pretty dashed good one.
the pinjockey Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Eagles - Reggie White Phillies - Mike Schmidt Flyers - Bernie Parent (never saw him play, but by all accounts he was the lynchpin of the title teams)
therealworldschampion Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Eagles-Reggie White(Though I think Jerome Brown may have been better if he wasn't killed in a car accident in 1992) Phillies-Mike Schmidt Flyers-Bernie Parent Sixers-Julius Erving
Guest Redhawk Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Browns: Jim Brown is the greatest all-time player for ANY team. As far as players I've actually seen in my lifetime, I'd go with...oh...Ozzie Newsome. My favorite Brown of all-time, though, is Eric Metcalf. Not only was he the shit, he's from Seattle and he used to play in the same Little League I did. Pacers: Reggie Miller Georgetown: Patrick Ewing is the best. But I never saw him play in college, so for me it's Allen Iverson in the backcourt, Alonzo Mourning in the frontcourt.
The Czech Republic Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Walter Payton, Michael Jordan, Sammy Sosa, Bobby Hull sounds safe.
Vern Gagne Posted May 8, 2004 Author Report Posted May 8, 2004 Twins-Kirby Puckett Senators-Walter Johnson North Stars-Neal Broten Stars-Mike Modano Timberwolves-Kevin Garnett Vikings-Randy Moss Gopher Football-Bruce Smith Gopher Hockey-Aaron Broten Gopher Hoops-Mycheal Thompson Wild-Marion Gaborik
Fökai Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Browns: Jim Brown is the greatest all-time player for ANY team. As far as players I've actually seen in my lifetime, I'd go with...oh...Ozzie Newsome. My favorite Brown of all-time, though, is Eric Metcalf. Not only was he the shit, he's from Seattle and he used to play in the same Little League I did. Actually, that piece of Browns history belongs to Baltimore now... Just kidding.
Lightning Flik Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Edmonton Oilers = Wayne Gretzky. I could add Eskies, but I'm not sure who would be the best. I'll let someone else field that one.
Guest Salacious Crumb Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Browns - Jim Brown is the obvious answer here but as far as my lifetime I'd have to go with Bernie Kozar. Great QB who made due with a lackluster core of receivers and decent at best Mack running the ball. Pistons - Isiah Thomas is the easy pick here. Red Wings - I can't really answer this one honestly with all the legends that have made stops on the team recently. Reds - I'm just going to go with the obvious pick and say Pete Rose.
Red Baron Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Montreal Canadies: Maurice "Rocket" Richard. The best hockey player ever.
alfdogg Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Pacers - Reggie Miller Reds - Pete Rose Hoosiers - Calbert Cheaney Keep in mind I never saw George McGinnis play for IU or the Pacers. Also, I'm not big on football history, or even remotely small on it outside of Super Bowl results from the last 8 or so years, so I can't really do the Colts.
CanadianChris Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Edmonton Oilers = Wayne Gretzky. I could add Eskies, but I'm not sure who would be the best. I'll let someone else field that one. I'd go with Warren Moon. MLB Blue Jays - George Bell Expos - Andre Dawson NFL Vikings - Fran Tarkenton Broncos - John Elway NHL Senators - Daniel Alfredsson Maple Leafs - Frank Mahovlich NBA Lakers - Magic Johnson (damn, that's a hard one) College football Syracuse - Jim Brown College basketball Syracuse - Derrick Coleman
nl5xsk1 Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Max Power did a bang-up job on the three sports he named (Orr, Bird & Williams) but didn't do the Pats, so I'm going to name my choice for them: John Hannah. Yes, I know it's sad to pick an o-lineman as the greatest ever, but he's up there with Munoz as one of the greatest offensive lineman to ever play the game. So, he's a pretty easy choice in my eyes.
Slayer Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Minnesota Vikings - Tark Cincinnati Reds - Pete Rose, with Johnny Bench pulling a close second BoSox - Teddy Ballgame For college its a bitter harder to determine, given the relative short-term tenure compared to pro sports, and far more players to worry about in a college's history, so I'll go with players I've seen in my lifetime Kansas State football - Michael Bishop Kansas State basketball - Mitch Richmond Michigan football - Charles Woodson Michigan basketball - Chris Webber
alfdogg Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Michigan basketball - Chris Webber That never happened.
2GOLD Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Hmmm Orioles- Cal Patriots- Ben Coates...well, for a tight end anyway. That's all I got.
Guest Smell the ratings!!! Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 I dont think it's a stretch to call Frank Thomas the greatest White Sox of all time.
Mik Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Well, if you are talking about the greatest player to ever play for the Marlins... it would probably be either Mike Piazza or Andre Dawson. Of course, neither of these players are the best Marlin. I'd say either Jeff Conine or Brad Penny.
Kahran Ramsus Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 The greatest Packer of them all is Don Hutson. The second best WR of all-time, behind Jerry Rice, and about #5 overall. For the Jays it is pretty obvious, Carlos Delgado.
TheOriginalOrangeGoblin Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 NHL: Senators - Marian Hossa Maple Leafs - Darryl Sitler NFL: Colts - Peyton Manning 49'ers - Jerry Rice NBA: Mavericks - Dirk Nowitzki Raptors - Vince Carter MLB: Blue Jays - Carlos Delgado or Paul Molitor Expos - Andre Dawson or Vladi Guerrero
Sass Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 Los Angeles Dodgers: Sandy Koufax. Los Angeles Lakers Magic Johnson. Oakland Raiders Marcus Allen.
EVIL~! alkeiper Posted May 8, 2004 Report Posted May 8, 2004 For the Expos, why does everyone neglect Tim Raines? .301 average, with a .391 OBP for the Expos. 1622 hits, 635 Stolen Bases. Holds franchise records for runs, triples, walks, and steals. Well, if you are talking about the greatest player to ever play for the Marlins... it would probably be either Mike Piazza or Andre Dawson. Of course, neither of these players are the best Marlin. I'd say either Jeff Conine or Brad Penny. What about Gary Sheffield?
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