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Dan Wilson's career in Major League Baseball is remembered for his steady presence behind the plate and his leadership on the field. Born on March 25, 1969, in Barrington, Illinois, Wilson attended Barrington High School before moving on to the University of Minnesota, where he played college baseball for the Golden Gophers. His performance in college caught the
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Dan Wilson ranks among all historic players for several skill categories. For example, a percentile of "85% Power" would indicate a player among the top 15% of players in raw batting power, and a percentile of "Speed 3%" would indicate a player that is among the slowest players in the history of the game. These percentiles are entirely based on career statistical accomplishments for players with over 500 games played or 500 innings pitched, so may not accurately reflect an intangible ability.
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
55%
Power
65%
Bunting
84%
Drag
54%
Vision
72%
Discipline
34%
Clutch
68%
Durability
48%
Speed
25%
Arm Str
33%
Arm Acc
30%
Reaction
69%
Fielding
96%
Stealing
34%
Baserunning
29%
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