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Harold Baines, a left-handed hitter known for his consistent performance at the plate, spent over two decades in Major League Baseball. Born on March 15, 1959, in Easton, Maryland, Baines was drafted as the first overall pick by the Chicago White Sox in the 1977 MLB Draft. His professional debut came in 1980 with the White Sox, marking
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Harold Baines 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
88%
Power
87%
Bunting
20%
Drag
25%
Vision
77%
Discipline
62%
Clutch
99%
Durability
66%
Speed
30%
Arm Str
78%
Arm Acc
46%
Reaction
45%
Fielding
47%
Stealing
27%
Baserunning
29%
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All-Time Chicago White Sox Home Run Derby Simulation / As we gear up for the Chicago White Sox Home Run Derby, it's worth noting the historical significance of the seasons these players represent. Carlton Fisk, who played for the Sox from 1981 to 1993, is perhaps best remembered for his 1985 season when he hit 37 homers, a career-high. Harold Baines, a consistent power hitter, had his best years in the mid-80s. His 1984 season was particularly impressive, with 29 home runs and a .304 batting average. Frank Thomas, often referred to as 'The Big Hurt', dominated the 90s, with his 1994 season standing out - he led the league with 38 home runs despite the season being cut short by a strike. Paul Konerko, who played from 1999 to 2014, was a key figure in the White Sox's 2005 World Series victory. His 2004 season saw him hit a career-high 41 home runs. This Derby, therefore, is not just a contest of power, but a walk through some of the most memorable seasons in White Sox history.